How to Write 竽
The character 竽 (yú) is written with 9 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 竹 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
竽 is pronounced yú in Mandarin Chinese. It means Yu (an ancient reed pipe instrument).
Common Words with 竽
吹竽
chuī yú
to play the yu (reed pipe)
滥竽充数
làn yú chōng shù
to fill a position without qualifications; to make up the number
竽乐
yú lè
Music played on the yu
Example Sentences
他正在吹竽。
tā zhèng zài chuī yú
He is playing the yu.
他在队里滥竽充数。
tā zài duì lǐ làn yú chōng shù
He is just there to make up the numbers in the team.
竽乐声很好听。
yú lè shēng hěn hǎo tīng
The sound of the yu music is very pleasant.
Practice Writing 竽 (yú)
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