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March 24, 2026
颥(顬)rú(ru2)
The character 颥 (rú) refers to the temporal bone, which is located at the sides of the human skull. It is also commonly associated with the concept of the temple, an anatomical feature of the head. This term is primarily used in medical or anatomical contexts.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese medicine and anatomy, the temples are considered important areas that can reflect one's health, often used in diagnostics during traditional practices.
Memory Tip
Imagine the shape of the character 颥 resembling a person with two temples highlighted on the side of their head. The 'roof' shape at the top suggests the skull, connecting it to the idea of the temporal bone. Remembering 'rú' can be linked to 'rude' - as in, touching someone's temples might be considered rude without permission.
Meanings of 颥
rú(ru2)
1the temporal bone
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颥Simplified
顬Traditional
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页Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine the shape of the character 颥 resembling a person with two temples highlighted on the side of their head. The 'roof' shape at the top suggests the skull, connecting it to the idea of the temporal bone. Remembering 'rú' can be linked to 'rude' - as in, touching someone's temples might be considered rude without permission.
Usage Notes
This character is typically used in more specialized or medical discussions, so it's important to use it in appropriate contexts. Common mistakes include confusing it with other similar-sounding characters like '耳' (ěr, ear). Pay attention to tone; 'rú' is pronounced with a rising tone.
HSK Study Tips
As 颥 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, learners at HSK 3 or 4 should focus on basic characters and vocabulary related to the human body. Understanding this character can enhance medical vocabulary as students progress to more advanced levels.
Cultural Note
In Chinese medicine and anatomy, the temples are considered important areas that can reflect one's health, often used in diagnostics during traditional practices.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use 颥 in everyday conversation instead of more common terms like '头' (tóu, head). Ensure to use it in relevant medical contexts to avoid confusion.
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Cultural Notes for 颥
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In Chinese medicine and anatomy, the temples are considered important areas that can reflect one's health, often used in diagnostics during traditional practices.
Word Family of 颥
Words Containing This Character1
颥rútemple (the sides of human head)顬
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Frequently Asked Questions about 颥
颥 refers to the temporal bone or the temple area on the side of the head.
No, it is more commonly used in medical or anatomical discussions.