jyu4禺
Jyutpingjyu4
Yaleyùh
Definition
An ancient area or mountain.
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How it's used
Refers almost exclusively to historical geography, specifically the ancient name for the area around modern day Guangzhou. It is rarely encountered in daily conversation outside of historical discussions or place names. It is essentially a literary relic that has been preserved in specific geographical contexts.
Examples
This area used to be within the range of Yu Mountain.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the character 偶, which is common in everyday speech. Learners often mistake it for a more common word due to its visual similarity to other characters.
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Grammar guides
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