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源于 (yuán yú): to originate from

Meaning & Stroke Order

HSK 6verb

Word info

Pinyin
Meaning
to originate from
Characters
2
Part of speech
verb
HSK level
HSK 6

Full definitions

Meanings grouped by pronunciation.

  • has its origins in

Chinese explanation

  • 表示某事物来自或产生于另一事物,强调根源和来源。例如,这种说法源于古代传说,意思是这种说法来自古代传说。常用于说明事物的起因、来源或基础。

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Character breakdown

HSK 5

source; origin

HSK 6

to go

Example sentences

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Tai chi originated from ancient Chinese martial arts, and today many people around the world practice it.

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His spirit of being happy to help others stems from the teachings of his parents when he was a child.

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Much modern art originates from life; artists draw inspiration from everyday experiences.

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This uneasy feeling stems from his uncertainty about the future; he worries he won't find a good job.

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Chinese tea culture originated in the agricultural society of thousands of years ago and later gradually spread around the world.

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