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Q: Are there common phrases using 奇妙 (qímiào)?
A: Yes! Here are some:
1. 奇妙的世界 (qímiào de shìjiè) - "The wonderful world."
2. 奇妙的旅程 (qímiào de lǚchéng) - "A wonderful journey."
3. 奇妙的感觉 (qímiào de gǎnjué) - "A wonderful feeling."
4. 奇妙的发现 (qímiào de fāxiàn) - "A wonderful discovery."
November 11, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Q: What's the difference between 出问题 (chū wèn tí) and 出现问题 (chū xiàn wèn tí)?

A: 出问题 (chū wèn tí) means "have a problem," focusing on the existence. 出现问题 (chū xiàn wèn tí) means "a problem occurs," emphasizing the action of surfacing.
November 10, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Q: What other words are commonly used in place of 兄弟姊妹 (xiōngdì jiěmèi)?
A: In addition to 兄弟姊妹 (xiōngdì jiěmèi), you can use 手足 (shǒuzú), which means "hands and feet" and poetically refers to siblings, highlighting their bond and support.
November 9, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Q: Any synonyms or antonyms for 轻易 (qīngyì)?
A: Synonyms:
1. 容易 (róngyì) - easy
2. 简单 (jiǎndān) - simple
Antonyms:
1. 困难 (kùnnan) - difficult
2. 艰难 (jiānnán) - arduous
These words help contrast the meaning of 轻易 (qīngyì).
November 8, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Q: What are some synonyms of 寒带 (hán dài)?

A: 寒带 (hán dài) refers to the cold zone. Related terms include:
1. 极地 (jí dì) - polar region
2. 冰原 (bīng yuán) - ice field
3. 冻土 (dòng tǔ) - permafrost
These describe cold, icy areas!
November 7, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Q: When is it appropriate to use 便条 (biàntiáo)?

A: Use 便条 (biàntiáo) for quick reminders, personal messages, or informal communication. For detailed info, opt for email (电子邮件, diànzǐ yóujiàn) or formal letters (正式信件, zhèngshì xìnjiàn) instead.
November 6, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Q: What are some synonyms for 菜园 (càiyuán)?
A: 1. 蔬菜园 (shūcàiyuán) - Vegetable garden.
2. 农园 (nóngyuán) - Farm garden.
3. 田地 (tiándì) - Field or cultivated land.
4. 菜圃 (càipǔ) - Vegetable plot.
November 5, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Q: Is "礼拜一" (lǐbài yī) more commonly used in China than "星期一"?
A: Yes, "礼拜一" (lǐbài yī) is often used more in casual conversation than "星期一" (xīngqī yī), though both are understood.
November 4, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Q: What’s the phrase added to your dictionary?
A: 她是我的汉语老师 (Tā shì wǒ de Hànyǔ lǎoshī) - She is my Chinese teacher. Updates will be available online and in the app soon! 她是谁?
November 3, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Q: How do I use 凹处 (āo chù) when speaking?
A: 凹处 (āo chù) means "pothole" or "hole." Use it to describe a dip or indentation in a surface, like a road or ground with a pothole.
November 2, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Q: How is "可悲 (kěbēi)" commonly used?

A: "可悲" (kěbēi) expresses sadness, pity, or tragedy about a situation or person. It describes events or behaviors that evoke sorrow or disappointment.
November 1, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Q: What other words can I use instead of 两个 (liǎng gè)?

A: You can use:
1. 二个 (èr gè) - less common in speech.
2. (liǎ) - colloquial term for "two," often for people/items.
October 31, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Q: Are there any synonyms for 例子 (lìzi)?
A: Yes! Here are some:
1. 示例 (shìlì) - demonstration example
2. 案例 (ànlì) - case example
3. 样本 (yàngběn) - sample
4. 范例 (fànlì) - model example
Each has its own context but relates to "example."
October 30, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Q: How is "复活节" (fùhuójié) typically celebrated?
A: Easter, or 复活节 (fùhuójié), is celebrated with church services, egg hunts, and family meals in the West. In China, some Christians commemorate it with services, while urban areas may have commercial festivities influenced by Western customs.
October 29, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Q: How often is 北极 (běi jí) used in everyday conversation?
A: It's not commonly used. 北极 (běi jí), meaning "North Pole," typically appears in geography or climate discussions, not in casual dialogue.
October 28, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Q: Is 轮到 (lún dào) used in formal or informal settings?
A: Yes, 轮到 (lún dào) is used in both. It means "it's (someone's) turn," often in games, discussions, or queues. For instance, during a game, one might say 轮到你了 (lún dào nǐ le) - "it's your turn."
October 27, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Q: Are there other words for "girl" like 女孩 (nǚ hái)?

A: Yes!
1. 姑娘 (gūniang) - Affectionate term for a young woman.
2. 女子 (nǚ zǐ) - Formal term for female.
3. 女生 (nǚ shēng) - Female student.
4. 妹子 (mèi zi) - Colloquial term for girl.
October 26, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Q: How can I use 中国结 (zhōngguó jié) to express respect?
A: Use 中国结 (zhōngguó jié) in gifts or decorations for events like weddings (婚礼, hūnlǐ) or festivals (节日, jiérì). It symbolizes good luck and appreciation, embodying wishes for happiness and success. Learn different styles for added meaning.
October 25, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Q: What type of word is (yǎngfù)?
A: 养父 (yǎngfù) is a noun meaning "foster father." It combines 养 (yǎng), "to raise," and 父 (fù), "father," referring to a man caring for a child who is not his biological offspring.
October 24, 2025 at 4:16 PM
What is the etymology of subway / (dì tiě)?

It comes from “earth iron.” 地 (dì) means “earth,” 铁 (tiě) means “iron.” Early texts used 下铁道 (“underground railway”), but 地铁 became the standard. Japanese 地下鉄 (ちかてつ chikatetsu) also influenced this term.
October 23, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Q: What words can replace (tóng)?
A: Alternatives include:
1. (hé) - "and"
2. (gēn) - "with"
3. 以及 (yǐjí) - "as well as"
4. 作为 (zuòwéi) - "as"
5. (xiàng) - "like"
Context matters for usage!
October 22, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Q: Is (chuò) ever used in formal writing?
A: Yes, characters with 辶, like (zǒu, "to walk") and (guàng, "to stroll"), can appear in formal writing. However, alternatives like (xíng, "to go") may be more common in formal contexts.
October 21, 2025 at 4:16 PM
**Q:** How is 周二 (zhōu èr) used in a sentence?
**A:** "周二" (zhōu èr) means "Tuesday." For example, "我们周二见" (wǒmen zhōu èr jiàn) means "We will meet on Tuesday." It's a simple way to refer to the second day of the week in daily conversation.
October 20, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Q: Is (àn) the same as (àn)?
A: No, they aren't. 黯 (àn) conveys gloom or sorrow in literary contexts, while 暗 (àn) simply means dark or not bright.
October 18, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Q: When would I use "慢性病" (mànxìngbìng)?

A: "慢性病" means "chronic disease." Use it in:
1. Medical discussions about diseases like 糖尿病 (tángniàobìng) or 高血压 (gāoxuèyā).
2. Patient education on managing chronic conditions.
3. Healthcare policy talks on long-term care needs.
October 17, 2025 at 4:16 PM