允 (yǔn) - to allow, to permit & fair, just

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yǔn ｜ 4 strokes ｜ radical: 儿

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允 · yǔn

to allow, to permit;

fair, just;

indeed, certainly;

used in names to convey virtue and trustworthiness.

to allow, to permitfair, justindeed, certainly

Usage highlights

to allowfair and justappropriate, properto approve, to permitto promiseto consent

Synonyms

  • 许— to allow, to permit
  • 准— to approve, to grant
  • 公— fair, just

Antonyms

  • 拒— to refuse, to reject
  • 禁— to forbid, to prohibit

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The teacher did not allow (允许) us to leave early.
  • He is a fair and just (公允) person.
  • This plan is indeed (允当) appropriate.
  • The proposal was approved (允准).

Collocations

  • to allow(允许)
  • fair and just(公允)
  • appropriate, proper(允当)
  • to approve, to permit(允准)
  • to promise(允诺)
  • to consent(允从)

Idioms

  • To hold power and act fairly(持论公允)
  • Words that are fair and reasonable(允理惬情)
  • To praise and allow(允恭克让)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In ancient texts, 允 was used to express affirmation and sincerity, often associated with virtuous conduct.
  • It is a character favored in names for its connotations of justice, permission, and moral integrity.
  • Historically used in imperial decrees and official documents to signify approval and fairness.

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