优
雅

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The word "优雅" is formed by combining the character "优", which itself is composed of the radical "亻" indicating person and the component "尤" serving as a phonetic and semantic element suggesting superiority, with the character "雅", which consists of the radical "隹" representing a bird and the component "牙" acting as a phonetic marker, conveying refinement. Together, these characters semantically merge to denote elegant or graceful quality, with "优" emphasizing excellence and "雅" contributing elegance.

Example Sentences Hide

她的举止很优雅。

Tā de jǔzhǐ hěn yōuyǎ.

Her demeanor is very elegant.

这位舞者的动作优美而优雅。

Zhè wèi wǔzhě de dòngzuò yōuměi ér yōuyǎ.

This dancer's movements are beautiful and graceful.

她优雅地接受了这个奖项。

Tā yōuyǎ de jiēshòule zhège jiǎngxiàng.

She gracefully accepted the award.

这座古老建筑的设计简洁而优雅。

Zhè zuò gǔlǎo jiànzhú de shèjì jiǎnjié ér yōuyǎ.

The design of this ancient building is simple and elegant.

真正的优雅源自内心的自信与从容。

Zhēnzhèng de yōuyǎ yuán zì nèixīn de zìxìn yǔ cóngróng.

True elegance stems from inner confidence and composure.

Word Definition - 优雅

yōu yǎ grace; graceful

Individual Character Details

优 yōu
雅 yǎ