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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
逾yúto jump over; to exceed, to surpassvg, 12 strokes, radical 辶, rank #25723, Very Hard
逾yúto go beyondunknown, 12 strokes, radical 辶, rank #25723, Very Hard
逾yúto transcendunknown, 12 strokes, radical 辶, rank #25723, Very Hard
逾yúto cross overunknown, 12 strokes, radical 辶, rank #25723, Very Hard
yú(yu2) T2
  1. 1to jump over; to exceed, to surpass
  2. 2to go beyond
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March 24, 2026
逾(踰)yú(yu2)

The character 逾 (yú) primarily means to jump over or exceed something. It is often used in contexts where something surpasses a limit or goes beyond expectations, and can also imply transcending boundaries or crossing over to another state. It is important in both literal and metaphorical expressions in Chinese.

Strokes12Radical辶Frequency#25723DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of exceeding limits is often tied to the idea of personal growth and ambition. This character can be found in discussions about education and self-improvement, highlighting societal values around achievement.

Memory Tip

Imagine a kangaroo (which jumps over things) named Yu. Visualize Yu leaping over a fence that represents limits, symbolizing how the character conveys the sense of exceeding or surpassing. The radical 走 (zǒu), meaning to walk, hints at movement, further emphasizing the action of jumping over.

Meanings of 逾

yú(yu2)
1to jump over; to exceed, to surpass
2to go beyond
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About 逾

逾Simplified
踰Traditional
12Strokes
辶Radical
动语素dòngcíverb root (v.root)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 逾

Quick Contrast

超 (chāo) — use 逾 (yú) when emphasizing exceeding limits or boundaries, while 超 (chāo) is more about surpassing in a competitive sense.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a kangaroo (which jumps over things) named Yu. Visualize Yu leaping over a fence that represents limits, symbolizing how the character conveys the sense of exceeding or surpassing. The radical 走 (zǒu), meaning to walk, hints at movement, further emphasizing the action of jumping over.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 逾 (yú) with similar-sounding words or characters. It is typically used in more formal contexts, particularly in written Chinese. Common collocations include 逾期 (yúqī), meaning to exceed a deadline, and 逾越 (yúyuè), meaning to overstep or transcend.

HSK Study Tips

While 逾 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it shares components with other characters. Students should focus on recognizing its use in formal texts and legal documents, as well as its connection to verbs that express movement or change.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of exceeding limits is often tied to the idea of personal growth and ambition. This character can be found in discussions about education and self-improvement, highlighting societal values around achievement.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 逾 (yú) with 超 (chāo) and use them interchangeably, which can lead to incorrect nuances. For example, saying '我逾了时间' instead of '我超了时间' (I exceeded the time) can sound overly formal or awkward.

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Pronunciation of 逾

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Etymology of 逾

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Explanation

Phonosemantic compound. 辶 represents the meaning and 俞 represents the sound. Simplified form of 踰.

Memory Hint

walk

Semantic (meaning)辶
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Phonetic (sound)俞
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Exercise 1 of 1

Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 逾?

Decomposition of 逾

IDS Structure⿺辶俞
逾Full Character
=
辶chuo4
enclosing
俞shu4
inner
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逾

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Grammar Patterns of 逾

逾 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 4 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.

Exercise 1 of 4

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Example Sentences for 逾 (10)

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用这个型号可以检查逾10万个词的拼写。

yòng zhè gè xíng hào kě yǐ jiǎn chá yú10 10 wàn gè cí de pīn。

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2
EnvirosConsulting公司在全世界拥有逾2,000家组织机构的客户群。

EnvirosConsulting EnvirosConsulting gōng sī zài quán shì jiè yōng yǒu2,000 yú 2,000 jiā zǔ zhī jī gòu de kè。

Enviros Consulting has a client base of more than 2,000 organisations worldwide.
3
未逾 四十八 岁的悲观主义者,是知道得太多之人; 而年逾 四十八 岁的乐观主义者,是知道得太

wèi yú sì shí bā suì de bēi guān zhǔ, yì zhě , shì zhī dào dé tài; duō zhī rén ; ér nián yú sì shí bā suì, de lè guān zhǔ yì

The man who is a pessimist before forty - eight knows too much; the man who is an optimist after forty - eight knows ...
4
凯特已经邀请了艾伦和她一起过逾越节。

kǎi tè yǐ jīng yāo qǐng le ài lún hé tā yī qǐ guò yú yuè jié。

Kate had invited Alan to spend the Passover with her.
5
捕获的鱼里有一条重逾18磅。

bǔ huò de yú lǐ yǒu yī tiáo zhòng yú18 18。

The catch included one fish over 18 pounds.
6
晴雯一生有关男女情感之出入, 唯宝玉而已,洁身自爱,未曾逾越伦常.

qíng wén yī shēng yǒu guān nán nǚ qíng gǎn zhī chū rù, , wéi bǎo yù ér, yǐ , jié shēn, zì ài , wèi zēng yú.

In the ancient society , she was destined to be a tragedian.
7
欧洲建筑商联合会拥有逾35万家建筑公司会员。

ōu zhōu jiàn zhù shāng lián hé huì yōng yǒu yú35 35 wàn jiā jiàn zhù gōng sī huì。

The European Builders Confederation has a membership of over 350,000 building companies.
8
犹太人的宗教节日逾越节昨晚开始了。

yóu tài rén de zōng jiào jié rì yú yuè jié zuó wǎn kāi shǐ le。

The Jewish feast of Passover began last night.
9
基督教的圣周与犹太教逾越节的头几天重叠。

jī dū jiào de shèng zhōu yǔ yóu tài jiào yú yuè jié de tóu jī tiān zhòng dié。

Christian holy week overlaps with the beginning of the Jewish holiday of Passover.
10
当整队人马到达耶路撒冷时, 正值逾越节.

dāng zhěng duì rén mǎ dào dá yé lù sā lěng shí, , zhèng zhí yú yuè.

When the party arrives in Jerusalem, it is Passover time.

Cultural Notes for 逾

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of exceeding limits is often tied to the idea of personal growth and ambition. This character can be found in discussions about education and self-improvement, highlighting societal values around achievement.

Word Family of 逾

Words Containing This Character6
逾yúto exceed
逾越to exceed
逾期yúqīto be overdue
不可逾越impassable
年逾古稀over seventy years old
情逾骨肉deep friendship
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Compound Meaning

What does 逾 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 逾

No, 逾 is more often found in formal writing or specific contexts, such as legal or academic discussions.