源于

源於

yuányú

verb HSK 7-9 #11,535

Meanings

1 to originate from
2 to stem from
3 to derive from

Characters

Examples

这个词源于古希腊语。

Zhè ge cí yuányú gǔ Xīlàyǔ.

This word originates from ancient Greek.

他的自信源于多年的经验。

Tā de zìxìn yuányú duōnián de jīngyàn.

His confidence stems from years of experience.

Tips

grammar

源于 is a formal written expression. In spoken Chinese, 来自 or 来源于 are more common alternatives.

Stroke Order

源 yuán

于 yú