谕 (yù) - Decree, edict & to instruct, to make known
谕 · yù
Decree, edict;
to instruct, to make known;
to understand, to comprehend (often used in formal or imperial contexts).
Decree, edictto instruct, to make knownto understand, to comprehend (often used in formal
Usage highlights
Imperial edictTo instructTo make clearTo commandPersonal instructionHanded down instruction
Usage & contexts
Examples
- The emperor issued an imperial edict (圣谕).
- He instructed his subordinates (谕示).
- This is easy to understand (晓谕).
- The teacher gave clear instructions (面谕).
Collocations
- Imperial edict(圣谕)
- To instruct(谕示)
- To make clear(晓谕)
- To command(谕令)
- Personal instruction(面谕)
- Handed down instruction(手谕)
Idioms
- Unable to comprehend the profound meaning(不可理谕)
- To understand after being instructed(谕之以理)
- Issuing decrees and bestowing favors(谕旨赐恩)
Cultural background
FAQ- Traditionally used in imperial contexts for official proclamations and decrees from the emperor.
- Carries connotations of authority, wisdom, and formal instruction.
- Often appears in historical texts and documents related to governance and education.