Meanings of 鈺
By ear
Play it, then pick what 鈺 means.
About 鈺
Podcast: 鈺
Podcast: 鈺
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI study notes for 鈺
Learners often confuse 鈺 (yù) with similar-sounding words or characters. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more suitable for formal contexts or literature. Be cautious with the tone; the fourth tone 'yù' should not be mixed with the first tone 'yū'.
While 鈺 (yù) is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can be a useful word for learners interested in literature or culture. Students should focus on recognizing the metal radical '金' and connecting it to other words related to treasure or value.
Learners often mispronounce 鈺 (yù) as 'yū' with a different tone. Additionally, some might confuse it with other characters that contain the metal radical, such as 錢 (qián), which means money. Remember to distinguish between them.
Pronunciation of 鈺
Drill the tone of 鈺, say it back, see your pitch against the model voice, and earn XP towards mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 鈺 to you
Let me explain 鈺 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 鈺 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 200 AI credits.
How well do you know 鈺?
Learning Lab
Knowing 鈺 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
- MeaningFree
- CharacterFree
- PinyinFree
- TonePro
- ListeningPro
- SpeakingPro
- WritingPro
Etymology of 鈺
A treasure of gold 釒 and jade 玉; 玉 also provides the pronunciation
Origin
What kind of character is 鈺?
Decomposition of 鈺
Parts
Which of these is part of 鈺?
How to say rare treasure in Chinese
“rare treasure” in Chinese is鈺
The character 鈺 (yù) refers to a rare treasure or precious metal, often associated with high value and uniqueness. It is commonly used in literary contexts to describe something that is exceptionally precious or valuable, emphasizing its rarity.
When to use 鈺
Learners often confuse 鈺 (yù) with similar-sounding words or characters. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more suitable for formal contexts or literature. Be cautious with the tone; the fourth tone 'yù' should not be mixed with the first tone 'yū'.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mispronounce 鈺 (yù) as 'yū' with a different tone. Additionally, some might confuse it with other characters that contain the metal radical, such as 錢 (qián), which means money. Remember to distinguish between them.
Write 鈺
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 鈺 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Ask Jason
Have a question about 鈺?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 200 AI credits.
Word Family of 鈺
Characters with 鈺
What does 钰 mean?
Frequently asked questions about 鈺
In modern usage, 鈺 typically refers to something that is considered a rare or valuable treasure, often used in literary contexts.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 鈺?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.