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Radical: 山 10 strokes
Meaning: valley
💡 Mountain (山) with a valley inside: think 'yù' as 'yurt in a valley'.
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📚 Character Story & Explanation

峪 (yù) meaning in English —

峪 (yù) refers to a valley or ravine, often used in place names in northern China. It depicts a mountain (山) sheltering a valley, evoking secluded, fertile lands between peaks. In Chinese geography and culture, 峪 suggests a harmonious natural landscape, frequently appearing in scenic spots and village names.

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