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

HSK 3

这个词源于古希腊语。

Zhè ge cí yuányú gǔ Xīlàyǔ.

This word originates from ancient Greek.

HSK 4

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