韵 yùn rhyme
How to remember 韵: 音 sound + 匀 equal = rhyme. The little rapper checks that every sound at the end of each line has an equal beat, proud of his perfect rhyme.
Component breakdown
形声 · Meaning + sound
One part gives the meaning, the other gives the sound.
韵 = 音 sound + 匀 equal
- 音 sound
- 立 stand
- 日 sun
- 匀 equal
The little rapper checks that every sound at the end of each line has an equal beat, proud of his perfect rhyme.
How it came to be
In the full form, the sign for sound gives the meaning and the other part the pronunciation.
How it is used
- Rhyme in poetry/song: 押韵 (yāyùn) to rhyme, 韵母 (yùnmǔ) the final of a syllable.
- Extends to a lingering, appealing quality: 韵味 (yùnwèi) subtle charm/flavor; 这幅画很有韵味 (zhè fú huà hěn yǒu yùnwèi) this painting has real depth of charm.
- 风韵 (fēngyùn) is graceful charm, often of a woman; 神韵 (shényùn) the captured spirit/essence of an artwork.