榆
elm tree; surname
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesnoun
elm tree; a genus of deciduous trees
Elms are common in temperate regions. The fruit (samara) is called '榆钱' (yuqian) and is edible. The wood is hard and used for furniture.
A tall elm tree is planted in the courtyard.
Spring is here, and the elm tree is full of elm seeds.
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The grain of elm wood is very beautiful, making it suitable for furniture.
This chair is made of old elm wood and is very sturdy.
He likes to sit under the elm tree by the roadside and read.
noun
surname Yu
A Chinese family name. Used when addressing someone formally or referring to the family lineage.
Hello, may I ask your surname? My surname is Yu.
Teacher Yu is our new homeroom teacher.
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I am looking for a Mr. whose surname is Yu.
The Yu family is a prominent family in the local area.
Half of the people in this village have the surname Yu.