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March 24, 2026
龉(齬)yǔ(yu3)
The character 龉 (yǔ) refers to uneven or irregular teeth, often used in the context of dental health or aesthetics. It can also imply disagreement or discord, suggesting a lack of harmony. This word is relatively specialized and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.
Strokes15Radical齿Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, dental aesthetics can be significant, and terms related to teeth reflect the importance placed on a person's appearance and health. The character 龉 might arise in discussions about cosmetic dentistry.
Memory Tip
Imagine a dragon (the radical 龍) with a crooked smile due to its uneven teeth. The sound 'yǔ' resembles the word 'you', as in 'you have uneven teeth!' This vivid imagery helps connect the visual of the character with its meaning.
Meanings of 龉
yǔ(yu3)
1uneven teeth; to disagree
2irregular teeth
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About 龉
龉Simplified
齬Traditional
15Strokes
齿Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a dragon (the radical 龍) with a crooked smile due to its uneven teeth. The sound 'yǔ' resembles the word 'you', as in 'you have uneven teeth!' This vivid imagery helps connect the visual of the character with its meaning.
Usage Notes
This term is quite formal and may not be used frequently in casual conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; the tone is crucial here, as a mispronunciation can change the meaning entirely. Common collocations include dental terms and phrases related to health.
HSK Study Tips
While 龉 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding this character can enhance your comprehension of specialized language related to health and dental issues. Focus on recognizing its structure and pronunciation to help remember its meaning.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, dental aesthetics can be significant, and terms related to teeth reflect the importance placed on a person's appearance and health. The character 龉 might arise in discussions about cosmetic dentistry.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 龉 with other similar-sounding characters due to tonal differences. For example, confusing it with 鱼 (yú, fish) can lead to misunderstandings; remember that 龉 specifically relates to teeth.
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Cultural Notes for 龉
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In Chinese culture, dental aesthetics can be significant, and terms related to teeth reflect the importance placed on a person's appearance and health. The character 龉 might arise in discussions about cosmetic dentistry.
Word Family of 龉
Words Containing This Character2
龃龉lit. unaligned teeth齟齬
龉yǔirregular teeth齬
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 龉
No, 龉 is more specialized and may be found in medical or dental contexts.
It is pronounced as 'yǔ', with the third tone.
Primarily, it refers to teeth, but it can metaphorically indicate disagreement or a lack of harmony.
