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Be cautious with the pronunciation, as it can vary regionally, especially in Taiwan where it is pronounced 'pi2.' This word is generally used in both formal and informal contexts related to geography and water management. Common collocations include '水庫' (shuǐkù - reservoir) and '堤防' (dīfáng - embankment).
While 陂 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding it can enhance your comprehension of geographical terms in Chinese. Focus on connecting it with similar characters related to water and terrain, like 河 (hé - river) and 山 (shān - mountain).
Learners often confuse 陂 with similar-sounding characters like 背 (bèi - back) due to the pronunciation. Ensure to practice the correct tones and contexts. For example, saying '我在背一个水庫' (wǒ zài bèi yīgè shuǐkù) instead of '我在陂一个水庫' (wǒ zài bēi yīgè shuǐkù) is incorrect; use 陂 appropriately for water management terms.
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Etymology of 陂
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How to say dam, embankment; reservoir in Chinese
“dam, embankment; reservoir” in Chinese is陂
The character 陂 (bēi) refers to a dam or embankment, often associated with water bodies such as reservoirs or ponds. It can also describe rugged terrain or uneven surfaces, indicating a geographical feature that supports water management or irrigation.
When to use 陂
Be cautious with the pronunciation, as it can vary regionally, especially in Taiwan where it is pronounced 'pi2.' This word is generally used in both formal and informal contexts related to geography and water management. Common collocations include '水庫' (shuǐkù - reservoir) and '堤防' (dīfáng - embankment).
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Learners often confuse 陂 with similar-sounding characters like 背 (bèi - back) due to the pronunciation. Ensure to practice the correct tones and contexts. For example, saying '我在背一个水庫' (wǒ zài bèi yīgè shuǐkù) instead of '我在陂一个水庫' (wǒ zài bēi yīgè shuǐkù) is incorrect; use 陂 appropriately for water management terms.
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In Taiwan, it is pronounced as 'pi2' instead of 'bēi.'
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