煜 (yù) - Shining brightly & brilliant

煜Tone 4

yù ｜ 13 strokes ｜ radical:

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煜 · yù

Shining brightly;

brilliant;

radiant;

often used to describe the brightness of fire or light.

Shining brightlybrilliantradiant

Usage highlights

Bright and shiningShining brightlyBrilliant lightLuminous and radiantShining virtueGlorious achievement

Synonyms

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

Antonyms

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

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The sun shines brightly (日以煜乎昼).
  • His talent shines brilliantly (才华煜熠).
  • The hall was brightly lit (殿堂煜爚).

Collocations

  • Bright and shining(煜熠)
  • Shining brightly(煜爚)
  • Brilliant light(煜耀)
  • Luminous and radiant(煜煜)
  • Shining virtue(煜德)
  • Glorious achievement(煜绩)

Idioms

  • Shining with brilliant light(煜煜生辉)
  • Radiant and magnificent(煜爚辉煌)
  • Bright as the sun and moon(煜如日月)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally described the bright flame or light, later extended to describe brilliance and radiance.
  • Often used in classical literature to describe the shining of celestial bodies or virtuous qualities.
  • Considered an elegant character in naming, conveying positive meanings of brightness and excellence.

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