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近 (jìn, near) - use 遠 when emphasizing distance, while 近 focuses on closeness.
Learners often confuse 遠 with 近 (jìn), which means 'near.' Be mindful of context; 遠 is more formal and often used in written language. Common collocations include 遠方 (yuǎnfāng, 'distant place') and 遠足 (yuǎnzú, 'long-distance walk').
Although 遠 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects with other distance-related words like 近 (jìn) and 遠足 (yuǎnzú). Focus on using it in sentences to describe distances in both physical and metaphorical contexts.
Learners sometimes confuse 遠 with 远 (yùan), which is an incorrect spelling. Ensure correct pronunciation and tone; it should be pronounced with a falling-rising tone, not flat.
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Etymology of 遠
Phonosemantic compound. 辶 represents the meaning and 元 represents the sound. Simplified form of 遠.
walk
Origin
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Decomposition of 遠
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How to say distant, remote, far; profound in Chinese
“distant, remote, far; profound” in Chinese is遠
The character 遠 (yuǎn) means 'distant' or 'far away.' It is used to describe physical distances as well as abstract concepts, such as deep or profound ideas. Commonly used in phrases relating to travel, space, and emotional distance.
When to use 遠
Learners often confuse 遠 with 近 (jìn), which means 'near.' Be mindful of context; 遠 is more formal and often used in written language. Common collocations include 遠方 (yuǎnfāng, 'distant place') and 遠足 (yuǎnzú, 'long-distance walk').
遠 or something close to it
近 (jìn, near) - use 遠 when emphasizing distance, while 近 focuses on closeness.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes confuse 遠 with 远 (yùan), which is an incorrect spelling. Ensure correct pronunciation and tone; it should be pronounced with a falling-rising tone, not flat.
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You can say '这座山很远' (Zhè zuò shān hěn yuǎn), meaning 'This mountain is very far away.'
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