幼 (yòu) - Young & immature

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yòu ｜ 5 strokes ｜ radical: 幺

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幼 · yòu

Young;

immature;

childhood;

the young;

tender;

small;

also used in names.

Youngimmaturechildhood

Usage highlights

ChildhoodKindergartenYoung childYouthfulImmatureNurture the young

Synonyms

  • 小— small; little
  • 稚— young; childish
  • 少— young

Antonyms

  • 老— old
  • 长— elder; senior
  • 成— adult; mature

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The child is still very young (年幼).
  • Kindergarten education (幼儿教育) is important.
  • He has a youthful appearance (幼态).
  • We need to protect young animals (幼崽).

Collocations

  • Childhood(幼年)
  • Kindergarten(幼儿园)
  • Young child(幼儿)
  • Youthful(幼小)
  • Immature(幼稚)
  • Nurture the young(养育幼子)

Idioms

  • Foster talent from childhood(幼学壮行)
  • Childhood sweethearts(青梅竹马)
  • Raise and educate the young(扶老携幼)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Confucian tradition, childhood is seen as a crucial period for moral education and character formation.
  • The character combines 'thread' (幺) and 'strength' (力), suggesting the delicate strength of youth.
  • Often used in names to express hope for a child's healthy growth and promising future.

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