曄 (yè) - Brilliant & radiant

曄Tone 4

yè ｜ 14 strokes ｜ radical:

嬿一

曄 · yè

Brilliant;

radiant;

shining;

glorious (often used to describe light, splendor, or outstanding talent).

Brilliantradiantshining

Usage highlights

Brilliant lightShining brightlyGlorious appearanceRadiant splendorOutstanding talentShining virtue

Synonyms

  • 燁— brilliant; glowing (similar meaning and pronunciation)
  • 熠— bright; glittering
  • 煒— brilliant; bright
  • 煌— bright; shining

Antonyms

  • 黯— dim; dark
  • 晦— dark; obscure
  • 暗— dark; dim

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The stars are brilliant and radiant (繁星曄曄).
  • His literary talent shines brightly (文采曄曄).
  • The jewel emits a brilliant light (寶石光曄).
  • A glorious and prosperous era (曄曄盛世).

Collocations

  • Brilliant light(曄光)
  • Shining brightly(曄曄)
  • Glorious appearance(曄貌)
  • Radiant splendor(曄麗)
  • Outstanding talent(曄才)
  • Shining virtue(曄德)

Idioms

  • Stars shining brilliantly(繁星曄曄)
  • Literary talent shining brightly(文采曄曄)
  • A glorious and prosperous age(曄曄盛世)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used in classical Chinese literature to describe brilliance, splendor, and outstanding qualities.
  • Considered an elegant and refined character, suitable for names expressing wishes for brilliance and success.
  • Associated with positive attributes like intelligence, virtue, and achievement in traditional naming culture.

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