() - Yu — a type of white jade-like stone,

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yǔ | 13 strokes | radical:

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Yu — a type of white jade-like stone, often mentioned in classical texts as a precious stone.

Yu — a type of white jade-like stone,

Usage highlights

yu stoneyu jadecontaining yucarved yuwhite yu

Synonyms

  • jade (general term)
  • precious jade
  • fine jade

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient pendant was made of yu stone (瑀石).
  • He wore a yu jade ornament (瑀玉).
  • This artifact contains yu (含瑀).

Collocations

  • yu stone(瑀石)
  • yu jade(瑀玉)
  • containing yu(含瑀)
  • carved yu(雕瑀)
  • white yu(白瑀)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 瑀 is a type of jade-like stone mentioned in ancient Chinese texts, valued for its beauty.
  • It appears in classical literature and historical records as a precious material for ornaments and artifacts.
  • The character is relatively rare in modern usage but retains cultural significance in historical and artistic contexts.

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