阳
yin-yang opposite; sun; south of mountain/north of river; convex; open; living world; positive charge; male genitalia; surname
Meanings
9 senses · 14 examplesnoun
yang (one of two opposing cosmic principles in ancient Chinese philosophy)
formalCore concept in traditional Chinese philosophy, often paired with 阴 (yin).
Ancient Chinese philosophy holds that yin and yang qi transform into each other.
Balancing yin and yang is an important principle in traditional Chinese medicine.
noun
sun; sunlight; sunshine
neutralCan refer to the sun itself or the light from the sun.
The sunlight is very nice today.
We should get more sun exposure.
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The solar calendar is more in line with international timekeeping standards than the lunar calendar.
noun
south side of a mountain; north side of a river
literaryCommonly used in place names to indicate geographical location.
Hengyang is located south of Mount Heng, hence its name.
Luoyang is situated on the north bank of the Luo River, hence its name.
adjective
convex; raised
technicalMost often used in the term 阳文 (raised characters or patterns on a surface).
The raised seal carvings on this stone stele are very exquisite.
adjective
open; external; apparent
neutralUsed to describe things that are visible or done openly, often paired with 阴 to contrast hidden actions.
There are open drains under this road for drainage.
He agrees on the surface but opposes in reality, which is true hypocrisy.
adjective
of the living world; mortal
archaicUsed in superstitious contexts to contrast with the underworld or spirits.
People will sweep tombs for their loved ones in the mortal world during Qingming Festival.
He prayed for his mother's lifespan to be extended in the mortal world.
adjective
positive (electricity)
technicalUsed in basic physics terminology for positive electrical charge.
Positive and negative electricity will undergo a neutralization reaction when they meet.
The anode of this battery is connected to the positive lead.
noun
male genitalia
slangVulgar and informal, rarely used in formal contexts.
noun
surname Yang
neutralA common Chinese surname.