HSK 7, v, 10 strokes, radical 氵, rank #10169, Hard
润
rùn
to lubricate
HSK 7, v, 10 strokes, radical 氵, rank #10169, Hard
润
rùn
to embellish
HSK 7, v, 10 strokes, radical 氵, rank #10169, Hard
润
rùn
moist
HSK 7, v, 10 strokes, radical 氵, rank #10169, Hard
润
rùn
glossy
HSK 7, v, 10 strokes, radical 氵, rank #10169, Hard
润
rùn
sleek
HSK 7, v, 10 strokes, radical 氵, rank #10169, Hard
润
rùn
fresh, moist; soft, sleek
HSK 7, v, 10 strokes, radical 氵, rank #10169, Hard
rùn(run4) T4
1to moisten
2to lubricate
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March 24, 2026
润(潤)rùn(run4)
The character 润 (rùn) primarily means 'to moisten' or 'to lubricate.' It is commonly used in contexts involving liquids that enhance texture or appearance, such as in cooking or beauty products. Additionally, it can imply embellishing language or writing to make it more elegant or refined.
Strokes10Radical氵Frequency#10169DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
润 is often used in traditional Chinese writing to describe poetic language that flows smoothly and elegantly. It reflects the cultural appreciation for aesthetics in both literature and art, emphasizing the importance of presentation.
Memory Tip
Imagine a shiny, slick surface that has just been coated with a layer of moisture. The character 润 has the water radical 水 (shui) on the left, reminding you of moisture, while the right side resembles a smooth, glossy surface. Picture a 'runny' sauce that makes food more appealing!
Meanings of 润
rùn(run4)
1to moisten
2to lubricate
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About 润
润Simplified
潤Traditional
10Strokes
氵Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#10169Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 润
Quick Contrast
润 (rùn) vs 湿 (shī) — choose 润 for contexts involving enhancement or refinement, while 湿 refers specifically to moisture or dampness.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a shiny, slick surface that has just been coated with a layer of moisture. The character 润 has the water radical 水 (shui) on the left, reminding you of moisture, while the right side resembles a smooth, glossy surface. Picture a 'runny' sauce that makes food more appealing!
Usage Notes
A common mistake is confusing 润 with 润滑 (rùnhuá), which specifically means 'to lubricate.' This character is more versatile and can also refer to embellishment in writing. It is generally used in both formal and informal contexts, but be cautious of its tone when discussing delicate matters.
HSK Study Tips
While 润 is not currently part of the HSK vocabulary, it can be linked to other HSK words related to water and texture, such as 水 (shuǐ, water) and 光滑 (guānghuá, smooth). Focus on its various meanings to build a richer vocabulary around sensory descriptions.
Cultural Note
润 is often used in traditional Chinese writing to describe poetic language that flows smoothly and elegantly. It reflects the cultural appreciation for aesthetics in both literature and art, emphasizing the importance of presentation.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 润 with 幽 (yōu), which means 'quiet or secluded.' For example, saying '润的地方' (a moist place) when they mean '幽静的地方' (a quiet place) can lead to misunderstandings. Always clarify the context when using 润.
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Grammar Patterns of 润
润 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 7 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Everyone should not just look at immediate benefits, nor only pursue short-term profits — we need long-term vision, so as to avoid unnecessary losses.
Example Sentences for 润 (10)
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1
去年，这个集团的纯利润率为30%。
qù nián， ， zhè gè jí tuán de chún lì rùn shuài30%。
The group had a net profit margin of 30% last year.
2
它的利润增长速度比一般公司快4倍。
tā de lì rùn zēng cháng sù dù bǐ yī bān gōng sī kuài4 4。
Its profits are rising four times faster than the average company.
3
将胭脂调匀涂在你脸颊红润的地方。
jiāng yān zhī tiáo yún tú zài nǐ liǎn jiá hóng rùn de dì fāng。
Dust and blend blusher on the apples of your cheeks.
4
股票经纪人降低了他们的利润预期之后，股价下跌了11便士至293便士。
gǔ piào jīng jì rén jiàng dī le tā mén de lì rùn yù qī zhī hòu， ， gǔ jià xià diē11 le 11 biàn293 shì zhì。
Shares slid 11p to 293p after brokers downgraded their profit estimates.
5
制造商之间的恶性价格战已将利润削减到了最低。
zhì zào shāng zhī jiān de è xìng jià gé zhàn yǐ jiāng lì rùn xiāo jiǎn dào le zuì dī。
A vicious price war between manufacturers has cut margins to the bone.
6
轻松捞取利润的可能性吸引了一拨不良商人。
qīng sōng lāo qǔ lì rùn de kě néng xìng xī yǐn le yī bō bù liáng shāng rén。
The prospect of easy profits has attracted the wrong kind of businessman.
7
这种奢侈的滑石润肤露能使缺水的皮肤恢复柔软与弹性。
zhè zhǒng shē chǐ de huá shí rùn fū lòu néng shǐ quē shuǐ de pí fū huī fù róu ruǎn yǔ dàn xìng。
This luxurious talcum lotion restores softness and suppleness to dehydrated skin.
8
她抿了一口水，润一下发干的喉咙。
tā mǐn le yī kǒu shuǐ， ， rùn yī xià fā gān de hóu。
She took a sip of water to moisten her dry throat.
9
昨天她闭门独处，对她的自传作最后的润色。
zuó tiān tā bì mén dú chǔ， ， duì tā de zì chuán zuò zuì hòu de rùn。
Yesterday she was incommunicado, putting the finishing touches to her autobiography.
10
所有的船只都将在成本加利润的基础上制造。
suǒ yǒu de chuán zhī dū jiāng zài chéng běn jiā lì rùn de jī chǔ shàng zhì zào。
All vessels were to be built on a cost-plus basis.
Cultural Notes for 润
🏮Cultural insight
润 is often used in traditional Chinese writing to describe poetic language that flows smoothly and elegantly. It reflects the cultural appreciation for aesthetics in both literature and art, emphasizing the importance of presentation.
Word Family of 润
Words Containing This Character20
利润lìrùnprofits利潤
润rùnto moisten潤
滋润zīrùnmoist滋潤
润滑油lubricating oil潤滑油
湿润shīrùnmoist濕潤
润滑剂lubricant潤滑劑
润滑smooth潤滑
润色to polish (a piece of writing)潤色
浸润to permeate浸潤
利润率profit margin利潤率
红润hóngrùnruddy紅潤
圆润suave圓潤
润泽moist潤澤
周润发Chow Yun-Fat (1955-), Hong Kong TV and film star周潤發
华润China Resources (company name)華潤
润饰to adorn潤飾
丰润Fengrun district of Tangshan city 唐山市[Tángshānshì], Hebei豐潤
润湿to wet潤濕
膨润土bentonite (mineralogy)膨潤土
陈景润Chen Jingrun (1933-1996) Chinese number theorist陳景潤
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Frequently Asked Questions about 润
Some phrases include 润滑油 (rùnhuáyóu, lubricant) and 润色 (rùnsè, to embellish or polish).
Yes, it can refer to enhancing the quality of speech or writing, indicating a refinement in style.
It may not be used frequently in casual conversation but appears often in more formal or literary contexts.
