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March 24, 2026
跃(躍)yuè(yue4)
跃 (yuè) means 'to jump' or 'to leap,' and is often used to describe a physical action of springing off the ground or moving quickly. It can also imply a sudden increase or improvement, such as 'leap in progress' or 'jump in performance.' This verb is commonly used in both literal and figurative contexts, such as in sports or personal achievements.
Strokes11Radical足Frequency#12580DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, jumping or leaping often symbolizes progress and achievement, especially in educational or professional contexts. For example, during the New Year celebrations, people perform lion dances that involve many leaps, representing the desire for a prosperous year ahead.
Memory Tip
Imagine a frog leaping into the air, its body forming the character 跃. The left side represents the feet pushing off the ground, while the right side resembles the upward motion. Picture the frog shouting 'yuè' as it jumps, making it easier to remember both the sound and shape of the character.
Meanings of 跃
yuè(yue4)
1to jump
2to leap
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About 跃
跃Simplified
躍Traditional
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足Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#12580Frequency Rank
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Quick Contrast
跳 (tiào) - use 跃 (yuè) when emphasizing a sudden or significant leap, while 跳 (tiào) is more general for any jumping action.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a frog leaping into the air, its body forming the character 跃. The left side represents the feet pushing off the ground, while the right side resembles the upward motion. Picture the frog shouting 'yuè' as it jumps, making it easier to remember both the sound and shape of the character.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 跃 with other similar characters like 跳 (tiào), which also means 'to jump' but has a slightly different nuance. 跃 is often used in more formal or literary contexts, while 跳 is more common in everyday speech. Pay attention to the tone; it is pronounced with a falling tone (4th tone).
HSK Study Tips
While 跃 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it relates to other verbs of movement such as 跳 (tiào) and 走 (zǒu). At this level, students should focus on distinguishing between these verbs and their appropriate contexts. Consider practicing sentences that involve action verbs to reinforce understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, jumping or leaping often symbolizes progress and achievement, especially in educational or professional contexts. For example, during the New Year celebrations, people perform lion dances that involve many leaps, representing the desire for a prosperous year ahead.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 跃, confusing it with 跳 due to their similar meanings. For example, saying 'tiào' instead of 'yuè' when referring to leaping in a competitive context is a common error. Always remember to use the correct pronunciation and context.
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Grammar Patterns of 跃
跃 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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当你从内心深处找到一种可以忍受一切痛苦的坚强力量时，你的成长历程就会出现飞____。
The turning point in the process of growing up is when you discover the core of strength within you that survives all hurt.--Max Lerner
"Basic Instinct" catapulted her to top status among Hollywood's glamour goddesses.
Cultural Notes for 跃
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, jumping or leaping often symbolizes progress and achievement, especially in educational or professional contexts. For example, during the New Year celebrations, people perform lion dances that involve many leaps, representing the desire for a prosperous year ahead.
Word Family of 跃
Words Containing This Character18
活跃huóyuèactive活躍
跳跃tiàoyuèto jump跳躍
跃yuèto jump躍
飞跃fēiyuèto leap飛躍
踊跃yǒngyuèto leap踴躍
雀跃excited雀躍
大跃进Great Leap Forward (1958-1960), Mao's attempt to modernize China's economy, which resulted in economic devastation, and millions of deaths from famine caused by misguided policies大躍進
跃跃欲试to be eager to give sth a try (idiom)躍躍欲試
跃进to leap forward躍進
跃居to vault躍居
欢呼雀跃jubilant歡呼雀躍
龙腾虎跃vigorous and active龍騰虎躍
跃然纸上to stand out markedly躍然紙上
跃然to show forth躍然
跃迁transition躍遷
一跃而起to jump up suddenly一躍而起
跃层duplex (apartment)躍層
跃马to gallop躍馬
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Compound Meaning
What does 活跃 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 跃
跃 is often used in more formal contexts and can imply a leap in progress, while 跳 is more casual and refers to the physical act of jumping.
Yes, you can use 跃 in a figurative sense to describe emotional or developmental leaps, such as '跃进' (yùejìn) meaning 'to make progress'.
