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远 (yuǎn) — use 远远 (yuǎn yuǎn) to emphasize a greater extent of distance.
While 远远 is commonly used in both spoken and written Chinese, learners often confuse it with the simpler term 远 (yuan3). It is more informal and typically appears in descriptive contexts. Be cautious with the tone; both syllables must be pronounced with the third tone to convey the intended meaning.
Although 远远 is not specifically included in HSK vocabulary lists, it connects well with other words related to distance like 远 (yuan3) and 近 (jin4), meaning 'near'. Students should focus on how to use it in sentences describing distances, both physical and emotional.
Learners often omit the repetition, saying just 远 to mean 'distant', which loses the emphasis of the extent. The correct form is always 远远 when expressing significant distance.
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How to say distant in Chinese
“distant” in Chinese is远远
The term 远远 (yuǎn yuǎn) translates to 'distant' or 'far away', often used to describe physical distance or metaphorical separation. It emphasizes the extent of distance and can convey a sense of longing or separation in both literal and figurative contexts.
When to use 远远
While 远远 is commonly used in both spoken and written Chinese, learners often confuse it with the simpler term 远 (yuan3). It is more informal and typically appears in descriptive contexts. Be cautious with the tone; both syllables must be pronounced with the third tone to convey the intended meaning.
远远 or something close to it
远 (yuǎn) — use 远远 (yuǎn yuǎn) to emphasize a greater extent of distance.
What learners get wrong
Learners often omit the repetition, saying just 远 to mean 'distant', which loses the emphasis of the extent. The correct form is always 远远 when expressing significant distance.
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You can say 他们住得远远的 (tāmen zhù de yuǎn yuǎn de), meaning 'They live far away'.
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