Father, the male parent.
Grandfather, elderly man, sir, or deity. Father (父) above a kneeling figure (卩) — an elder male you bow to.
爷
Common Usage & Traps
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单用爷字使用常见词组组词（如双音节词）In spoken Chinese, single characters like 爷 usually pair into compound words rather than standing alone.
What is the core visual insight behind 爷 (yé)?
Father (父) standing above a bowing follower (卩) — the respected elder.
Understanding the internal components of 爷 unlocks rapid recall across related compound words.
Appears in Stories 2 stories
Before you read, meet the grandparents! This rhyming chant helps you practice the different names for maternal and paternal grandparents in Chinese. Listen to the beat and repeat.
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爸爸的爸爸叫 爷爷 。
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妈妈的爸爸叫 姥爷 。
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爷爷 和奶奶， 姥爷 和姥姥，他们都爱我，我也爱他们。
This simple story introduces you to a family and what each member likes to do. Learn helpful words for food and daily activities as you read about Grandpa, Grandma, Mom, Dad, and the kids.
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爷爷 吃面包，奶奶喝牛奶。
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