Xu Collection, Upper Volume Radical: Metal (jīn) Yong Kangxi strokes: 19 Page 1320, Entry 06 Pronounced yong Shuowen Jiezi (Shuowen): A large bell. Erya, Interpretation of Music (Erya Shiyue): A large bell is called yong. Book of Documents (Shangshu): Sheng and yong instruments played in alternation. Commentary: Yong is a large bell. Also commonly written as yong. Book of Odes (Shijing): The yong and drum have a harmonious sound. Commentary: A large bell is called yong. Guangyun (Guangyun): Sometimes written as yong.