(yuè) - A legendary mystical pearl & a precious, mysterious gem in ancient Chinese mythology.

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yuè | 8 strokes | radical: 王

· yuè

A legendary mystical pearl;

a precious, mysterious gem in ancient Chinese mythology.

A legendary mystical pearla precious, mysterious gem in ancient Chinese mythology.

Usage highlights

Mystical pearlPrecious gemRare treasureDivine pearlElegant nameMythical gem

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • stone (common, not precious)
  • tile (common, not valuable)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Her name contains the character 玥 (Yuè), symbolizing rarity and beauty.
  • In ancient texts, 玥 referred to a divine pearl (神珠).
  • The name 玥 is often chosen for its elegant and mystical connotations.

Collocations

  • Mystical pearl(神珠玥)
  • Precious gem(宝玉玥)
  • Rare treasure(稀世之玥)
  • Divine pearl(天珠玥)
  • Elegant name(雅名玥)
  • Mythical gem(神话宝石玥)

Idioms

  • As precious as a divine pearl(如玥之珍)
  • Rare and exquisite like the mystical pearl(稀世如玥)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originates from ancient Chinese mythology, where 玥 was considered a mystical pearl of divine origin.
  • Often used in modern names to convey rarity, beauty, and a sense of mystery.
  • Associated with positive attributes such as purity, elegance, and preciousness.

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