final particle expressing exhortation, admiration etc
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口, Very Hard
唷
yō
My!
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口, Very Hard
唷
yo
final particle
x, 11 strokes, radical 口, Very Hard
唷
yo
(interjection expressing surprise) Oh!
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口, Very Hard
唷
yo
final particle expressing exhortation, admiration etc
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口, Very Hard
唷
yo
My!
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口, Very Hard
唷
yō
final particle
x, 11 strokes, radical 口, Very Hard
唷
yō
(interjection expressing surprise) Oh!
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口, Very Hard
唷
yō
final particle expressing exhortation, admiration etc
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口, Very Hard
唷
yō
My!
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口, Very Hard
yō(y5o1)
primary
T1
1final particle
2(interjection expressing surprise) Oh!
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March 24, 2026
唷yō(y5o1)
The character 唷 (yō) is a final particle often used in informal spoken Chinese to convey surprise, admiration, or to emphasize a statement. It can also express a sense of urging or exhortation, similar to saying 'come on!' or 'oh!' in English. This particle adds emotional weight to the sentence, making it more expressive.
Strokes11Radical口Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, using particles like 唷 (yō) adds warmth and expressiveness to conversations, reflecting the importance of emotional connection in interpersonal communication. This usage is common among friends and family.
Memory Tip
Imagine a surprised cat saying 'yo!' when it sees something unexpected. The character 唷 (yō) has a rounded top, resembling the surprised eyes of the cat, which helps you remember its meaning of surprise and admiration.
Meanings of 唷
yō(y5o1)
primary
1final particle
2(interjection expressing surprise) Oh!
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About 唷
唷Simplified
11Strokes
口Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 唷
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a surprised cat saying 'yo!' when it sees something unexpected. The character 唷 (yō) has a rounded top, resembling the surprised eyes of the cat, which helps you remember its meaning of surprise and admiration.
Usage Notes
唷 (yō) is typically used in casual conversations and should be avoided in formal writing or speech. Learners often confuse it with other similar particles like 哦 (ó), which expresses a realization rather than surprise. Pay attention to the tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.
HSK Study Tips
Though not part of the official HSK vocabulary, 唷 (yō) is useful for conversational fluency at the beginner to intermediate levels. Students should focus on listening to native speakers use this particle in context to understand its emotional nuances.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, using particles like 唷 (yō) adds warmth and expressiveness to conversations, reflecting the importance of emotional connection in interpersonal communication. This usage is common among friends and family.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use 唷 (yō) in formal contexts or confuse it with similar particles. For example, saying '我喜欢这个唷' in a formal setting is incorrect; it should be reserved for casual conversations.
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Grammar Patterns of 唷
唷 carries 4 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
哎____！好痛！
Eina! That was sore!
Example Sentences for 唷 (7)
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1
哎唷！好痛！
āi yō！ ！ hǎo！
Eina! That was sore!
2
唷! 多热的天哪!
yō! ! duō rè de tiān!
Whew! What a sizzler!
3
哎唷！我的腿抽筋了。
āi yō！ ！ wǒ de tuǐ chōu jīn。
Ow! I just got a charley horse in my leg.
4
哎唷! 你差点儿把它掉落到地板上.
āi yō! ! nǐ chà diǎn ér bǎ tā diào luò dào dì bǎn.
Whoops. You nearly dropped it on the floor.
5
哎 唷, 我累坏了.我们休息一下 吧.
āi, yō , wǒ léi. huài le . wǒ mén xiū xī.
" Well , I am bushed. Let's have a rest. "
6
哦唷，我忘了写那封信了。
ó yō， ， wǒ wàng le xiě nà fēng xìn。
Uh-oh. I forgot to write that letter.
7
以上的米粉和贡丸都是新竹的两大名产唷!
yǐ shàng de mǐ fěn hé gòng wán dū shì xīn zhú de liǎng dà míng chǎn yō!
Rice noodles and meatballs are the most well - known dishes in Hsinchu.
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Eina! That was sore!
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Cultural Notes for 唷
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, using particles like 唷 (yō) adds warmth and expressiveness to conversations, reflecting the importance of emotional connection in interpersonal communication. This usage is common among friends and family.
Word Family of 唷
Words Containing This Character1
唷yōMy!
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Compound Meaning
What does 唷 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 唷
Use 唷 (yō) in informal situations to express surprise or admiration.
It is primarily used in spoken language and is generally avoided in formal writing.
唷 (yō) conveys surprise or emphasis, while 哦 (ó) indicates realization or acknowledgment.
