(yóu) - A river name in ancient China & also used in names.

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yóu | 7 strokes | radical: 氵

· yóu

A river name in ancient China;

also used in names.

A river name in ancient Chinaalso used in names.

Usage highlights

You RiverYou River valleyAncient You RiverYou River region
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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The You River (沋水) was an ancient waterway.
  • This character appears in some personal names (e.g., 张沋).
  • Historical texts mention the You River valley (沋河谷地).

Collocations

  • You River(沋水)
  • You River valley(沋河谷)
  • Ancient You River(古沋水)
  • You River region(沋川)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily known as the name of an ancient river in Chinese historical geography.
  • Used occasionally in personal names, carrying a classical and somewhat rare character aesthetic.

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