尭 (yáo) - High & lofty

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yáo ｜ 8 strokes ｜ radical: 兀

嬿一

尭 · yáo

High;

lofty;

eminent.

A variant form of 堯 (Yao), referring to the legendary Emperor Yao in Chinese mythology.

Highloftyeminent. A variant form of 堯 (Yao), referring

Usage highlights

Emperor YaoYao and Shunlofty virtueYao's eraYao's floodYao's heaven

Synonyms

  • 堯— standard form of Yao
  • 高— high; tall
  • 崇— lofty; sublime

Antonyms

  • 低— low
  • 卑— humble; lowly

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The legendary Emperor Yao (尭帝) was one of the Five Sage Emperors.
  • This mountain peak is extremely high and lofty (尭尭).
  • He possesses lofty virtue (尭德).

Collocations

  • Emperor Yao(尭帝)
  • Yao and Shun(尭舜)
  • lofty virtue(尭德)
  • Yao's era(尭年)
  • Yao's flood(尭水)
  • Yao's heaven(尭天)

Idioms

  • Yao's virtue and Shun's deeds(尭德舜功)
  • Yao's heaven and Shun's sun(尭天舜日)
  • Yao's long life and Shun's longevity(尭寿舜年)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 尭 is a variant form of 堯, the name of Emperor Yao, a legendary sage ruler in ancient Chinese mythology.
  • Emperor Yao, along with Emperor Shun, is considered a model of virtue and benevolent rule in Confucian philosophy.
  • The character embodies the ideal of lofty moral character and wise governance in Chinese culture.

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