由
Pinyin: yóu
to follow; from; because of; due to; by; via; through
Example sentence
历览前贤国与家，成由勤俭破由奢。
Lì lǎn qián xián guó yǔ jiā, chéng yóu qínjiǎn pò yóu shē.
Looking back at the former wise rulers and nations, their success was achieved through diligence and frugality, while their downfall was caused by extravagance and luxury.
What 由 means
由 (yóu) is a Chinese word meaning “to follow; from; because of; due to; by; via; through”. It appears in the HSK 4 collection.
More HSK 4 words
HSK 4
啊
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interjection of surprise; Ah!; Oh!
爱情
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romance; love (romantic)
爱心
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compassion; kindness; care for others; love
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to do a security check
安排
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to arrange; to plan; to set up; arrangements
按
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to press; to push; according to; in accordance with
按时
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on time; before deadline; on schedule
按照
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according to; in accordance with; on the basis of
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to handle official business (usu. in an office); to do (office) work
办理
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to handle; to transact; to conduct
办事
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to handle (affairs); to work