渝
to change; Chongqing; a surname
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesverb
to change; to alter
literaryThis character is almost exclusively used in negative fixed phrases (e.g., 坚贞不渝) to mean 'unchanging' or 'steadfast'. It is rarely used as a standalone verb in modern colloquial Chinese.
No matter what happens, his love for his wife never changes.
This couple has been married for fifty years, and their feelings remain steadfast.
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We must pursue the truth unswervingly.
I will keep this promise until I die.
Steadfast loyalty is his most precious quality.
proper noun
short for Chongqing (a municipality in China)
formalUsed in formal writing, telegrams, or abbreviations to refer to Chongqing. License plates from Chongqing start with the character 渝.
Yu is the abbreviation for Chongqing.
People in the Sichuan-Chongqing region have very similar accents.
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Welcome to the beautiful Mountain City, Yuzhou (Chongqing).
This car's license plate starts with Yu A.
Chongqing cuisine is famous for its numbing, spicy, fresh, and fragrant flavors.
proper noun
a Chinese surname
A rare Chinese surname.
I have a colleague whose surname is Yu.
The surname Yu is relatively rare in Chinese history.
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Is Mr. Yu here, please?
We are looking for a doctor with the surname Yu.
Are you sure her surname is Yu?