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就jiù

then; right away; exactly; precisely; to approach; to go to

就 means then, exactly, as early as, or to approach/go to.

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就jiù

then; right away; exactly; precisely; to approach; to go to

就 means then, exactly, as early as, or to approach/go to.

A layered-looking modern split; taught for recognition, not as a complete historical story.

LEFT VISUAL PIECE

京jīng

capital city

Standalone meaning is kept separate from its role in other characters.

In 就: left visual piece Shown with its documented or clearly limited role.

RIGHT VISUAL PIECE

尤yóu

especially

Standalone meaning is kept separate from its role in other characters.

In 就: right visual piece Shown with its documented or clearly limited role.

jiùTone 4
  • then; right away
  • exactly; precisely
  • to approach; to go to
  • 就是jiùshìexactly is
  • 就业jiùyèemployment

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