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trainchinese @trainchinese

7 hours ago

Q: What are other ways to express the same idea as 极 (jí)? A: Alternatives include: 1. 顶端 (dǐngduān) - "top" or "summit" 2. 极限 (jíxiàn) - "limit" or "extreme limit" 3. 最高 (zuìgāo) - "highest" 4. 极端 (jíduān) - "extreme" or "radical" trainchinese.com/w/17149

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trainchinese @trainchinese

a day ago

Q: In what contexts is 自相矛盾 (zìxiāngmáodùn) used? A: It's used when statements, beliefs, or actions conflict, often in discussions of logic, philosophy, or debates where consistency of thought is crucial. trainchinese.com/w/4482

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trainchinese @trainchinese

2 days ago

Q: How is 梯 (tī) used in everyday conversation? A: 梯 (tī) means "ladder" or "stairs." - 楼梯 (lóutī) means "stairs" in a building. - 梯子 (tīzi) refers to a "ladder." trainchinese.com/w/18793

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trainchinese @trainchinese

3 days ago

Q: Is 烈酒 (liè jiǔ) commonly used in Chinese culture? A: Yes, 烈酒 (liè jiǔ) refers to "liquor" or "hard drinks" and is often consumed during celebrations and banquets. It's tied to social bonding, with toasts (干杯, gān bēi) symbolizing camaraderie. trainchinese.com/w/4359

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trainchinese @trainchinese

5 days ago

Q: What are synonyms for 愣住 (lèng zhù)? A: 1. 呆住 (dāi zhù) - dazed 2. 震惊 (zhèn jīng) - shocked 3. 愕然 (è rán) - astonished 4. 失语 (shī yǔ) - speechless 5. 目瞪口呆 (mù dèng kǒu dāi) - dumbfounded trainchinese.com/w/41665

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trainchinese @trainchinese

6 days ago

Q: Is 腱 (jiàn) a formal or informal word? A: 腱 (jiàn), meaning "sinew" or "tendon," is a formal term in Chinese, mainly used in medical or anatomical contexts. trainchinese.com/w/4341

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trainchinese @trainchinese

a week ago

Q: What words are commonly used with 萌 (méng)? A: 1. 萌萌哒 (méngméngdā) - Extremely cute. 2. 萌物 (méngwù) - Cute things. 3. 萌系 (méngxì) - Cute style. 4. 萌妹 (méngmèi) - Cute girls. trainchinese.com/w/92752

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trainchinese @trainchinese

a week ago

Q: What other words express 得知 (dézhī)? A: 1. 知道 (zhīdào) - "to know" 2. 了解 (liǎojiě) - "to understand" 3. 获悉 (huòxī) - "to learn" (formal context) These words convey similar meanings of being informed or aware. trainchinese.com/w/22285

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trainchinese @trainchinese

a week ago

Q: Are there any synonyms for 平淡 (píngdàn)? A: Yes! Here are a few: 1. 乏味 (fáwèi) - boring, dull 2. 单调 (dāndiào) - monotonous, tedious 3. 无趣 (wúqù) - uninteresting, lack of fun trainchinese.com/w/38164

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trainchinese @trainchinese

a week ago

Q: When should I use 考试 (kǎoshì) instead of a synonym? A: Use 考试 (kǎoshì) for formal exams in education. Synonyms like 测试 (cèshì) refer to informal tests, while 考核 (kǎohé) is for professional evaluations. Choose based on context! trainchinese.com/w/8946

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trainchinese @trainchinese

2 weeks ago

Q: What kind of store is 沃尔玛 (wò'ěr mǎ)? A: 沃尔玛 (wò'ěr mǎ) is Wal-Mart, a multinational retail corporation with hypermarkets, discount stores, and grocery outlets. It's one of the world's largest retailers, named for its English pronunciation. trainchinese.com/w/6259

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trainchinese @trainchinese

2 weeks ago

Q: What are other words for 酒杯 (jiǔ bēi)? A: 1. 酒盅 (jiǔ zhōng) - A small cup for alcohol, linked to traditional culture. 2. 酒器 (jiǔ qì) - A general term for any wine vessel, including bottles and decanters. trainchinese.com/w/1174

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trainchinese @trainchinese

2 weeks ago

Q: Is the word 男主角 (nánzhǔjué) usually used in formal or informal contexts? A: 男主角 (nánzhǔjué) means "main actor" or "male lead." It's used in both, but more often in informal settings, especially in discussions about movies, TV dramas, or theater. trainchinese.com/w/21491

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trainchinese @trainchinese

2 weeks ago

Q: Is there any other word similar in meaning to 娟 (juān)? A: Yes! 佳 (jiā) conveys beauty and grace, suitable for all genders. Another related term is 美 (měi), meaning beautiful, applicable to anything aesthetically pleasing. trainchinese.com/w/6402

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trainchinese @trainchinese

2 weeks ago

Q: What type of person is a 音乐家 (yīn yuè jiā)? A: A 音乐家 (yīn yuè jiā) is a musician skilled in music performance or composition. They dedicate their lives to studying music and can work in genres like classical, rock, jazz, pop, and more. trainchinese.com/w/25357

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trainchinese @trainchinese

3 weeks ago

Q: What other words have a similar meaning to 重要 (zhòngyào)? A: Here are a few: 1. 关键 (guānjiàn) - "crucial" or "key." 2. 重大 (zhòngdà) - "major" or "great." Each has its own nuances depending on context! trainchinese.com/w/8875

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trainchinese @trainchinese

3 weeks ago

Q: What are some alternatives to 器械 (qìxiè)? A: Sure! Here are some: 1. 设备 (shèbèi) - "equipment" or "facilities" 2. 仪器 (yíqì) - "instrument" or "device" 3. 装置 (zhuāngzhì) - "device" or "installation" trainchinese.com/w/6049

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trainchinese @trainchinese

3 weeks ago

Q: Are there any words similar to 定金 (dìngjīn)? A: Yes! Here are a few: 1. 保证金 (bǎozhèngjīn) - "security deposit" 2. 预付款 (yùfùkuǎn) - "advance payment" Both are used in transactions requiring upfront payments. trainchinese.com/w/46831

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trainchinese @trainchinese

3 weeks ago

Q: Are there any synonyms for 采摘 (cǎi zhāi)? A: Yes! Here are a few: 1. 摘 (zhāi) - "to pick" or "to pluck." 2. 收获 (shōu huò) - "to harvest," often used for crops but also for fruits and plants. trainchinese.com/w/14232

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trainchinese @trainchinese

3 weeks ago

Q: Are there related expressions to 周末愉快? (zhōu mò yú kuài) A: Yes! 祝你周末快乐 (zhù nǐ zhōu mò kuài lè) means "Wishing you a happy weekend." It's a direct way to express good wishes for the weekend! trainchinese.com/w/37825