晔 (yè) - Brilliant, radiant, shining — describes bright light or & often used in classical texts to depict glorious

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晔 · yè

Brilliant, radiant, shining — describes bright light or splendor;

often used in classical texts to depict glorious light or magnificent appearance.

Brilliant, radiant, shining — describes bright light oroften used in classical texts to depict glorious

Usage highlights

Brilliant lightRadiant splendorShining brightlyGlorious appearanceLustrous gemResplendent virtue

Synonyms

  • 熠— bright, sparkling
  • 灿— bright, brilliant
  • 耀— shine, dazzle

Antonyms

  • 暗— dark, dim
  • 晦— gloomy, obscure

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The morning sun is brilliant (晔晔晨星).
  • His talent shines brightly (才华晔晔).
  • The jewel emits a radiant glow (宝玉晔然).
  • The hall was brilliantly illuminated (殿堂晔晔).

Collocations

  • Brilliant light(晔光)
  • Radiant splendor(晔晔)
  • Shining brightly(晔然)
  • Glorious appearance(晔丽)
  • Lustrous gem(晔玉)
  • Resplendent virtue(晔德)

Idioms

  • Stars shining brilliantly(繁星晔晔)
  • Virtue shining brightly(德辉晔晔)
  • Jade-like radiance(玉色晔然)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often appears in classical Chinese literature to describe magnificent light or splendor.
  • Used in names to imply brilliance, outstanding talent, or glorious virtue.
  • Considered an elegant character with positive connotations in naming.

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