㺀
interrogative/exclamatory particle; equivalent to '于' (in, at, from)
Meanings
5 senses · 11 examplesparticle
(interrogative particle) marks a question
literaryUsed at the end of a sentence in classical or formal modern Chinese. Equivalent to modern '吗' or '呢' in questions.
Is it not a pleasure to study and practice what you have learned?
Are kings, nobles, and generals born with a special seed? (i.e., Are they born to rule?)
particle
(exclamatory particle) expressing admiration or sigh
literaryExpresses exclamation, often with adjectives. Equivalent to modern '啊'.
How towering and majestic the high mountains are!
What a pity!
preposition
in; at; from; than (equivalent to '于')
literaryA classical Chinese preposition, often seen in set phrases or formal/literary contexts.
beyond expectation; unexpectedly
in accordance with reason; reasonable
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superb skill; miraculous technique
suffix
(adjective/adverb suffix) forms descriptive or adverbial expressions
literaryAttached to adjectives or adverbial phrases, making them more descriptive, often with a classical flavor.
almost; nearly
seems; as if
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indeed; truly
interjection
oh!; ah! (expressing surprise or realization)
archaicUsed alone or at the beginning of a sentence to express sudden emotion.
Ah! Excellent.