未
not; yet; 8th Earthly Branch
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesadverb
not yet; not having done
Used to indicate that an action or state has not been completed up to the current time, often paired with 已 to show contrast.
He is not yet an adult and cannot take a plane alone.
My paper is not yet finished, I can submit it next week.
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The subway lines in this city are not yet fully operational.
Her wound has not yet healed, so she cannot do strenuous exercise.
The specific time for the meeting has not yet been announced.
adverb
not; do not; cannot
formalUsed to express negation of opinions, attitudes, or feasibility, with a slightly more formal tone than 不 alone.
This approach is not very appropriate, I dare not agree with it.
His remarks are not entirely without justification, so there is no need to overcriticize them.
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Smoking is not allowed in public places.
Regarding this question, I do not yet have a clear answer.
This matter is not to be spread externally, please keep it confidential.
noun
8th Earthly Branch
formalUsed in traditional Chinese astronomical and calendrical systems, paired with Heavenly Stems to mark years, months, hours, etc.
People born in the Year of the Goat correspond to the 8th Earthly Branch.
The period from 1 PM to 3 PM is the Hour of the Goat.
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In the sexagenary cycle calendar, 2027 is the Ding Wei year.
The Month of Wei corresponds to the 6th lunar month.
Among the twelve Earthly Branches, Wei represents the Goat.