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This word is more formal and is often used in contexts related to geology or mining. Common collocations include 矿窿 (mining shaft) and 空窿 (hollow space). Be careful with pronunciation, as misplacing the tone can change the meaning.
While 窿 is not included in HSK vocabulary, it connects to Level 4 words like 洞 (dòng, hole) and 矿 (kuàng, mine). Focus on understanding its usage in specialized contexts to enhance vocabulary related to earth sciences.
Learners often confuse 窿 (lóng) with 洞 (dòng), both meaning 'hole'. For example, saying 窿 to describe a simple hole in the ground would be incorrect; use 洞 instead.
Pronunciation of 窿
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Etymology of 窿
hole
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- 1The meaning half穴 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half隆 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayhole
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say mine shaft; cavity, hole in Chinese
“mine shaft; cavity, hole” in Chinese is窿
The character 窿 (lóng) refers to a cavity or hole, particularly in the context of a mine shaft. It can also denote any hollow space within a solid object, making it applicable in various contexts related to excavation or natural formations.
When to use 窿
This word is more formal and is often used in contexts related to geology or mining. Common collocations include 矿窿 (mining shaft) and 空窿 (hollow space). Be careful with pronunciation, as misplacing the tone can change the meaning.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 窿 (lóng) with 洞 (dòng), both meaning 'hole'. For example, saying 窿 to describe a simple hole in the ground would be incorrect; use 洞 instead.
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Grammar Patterns of 窿
窿 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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最后我把这件旧外套的肘部磨出了窟____.
I've worn through the elbow of this old coat at last.
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Synonyms include 洞 (dòng) for hole and 空间 (kōngjiān) for space.
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