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March 24, 2026
峋xún(xun2)
The character 峋 (xún) refers to a foothill or a range of hills, often implying a series of mountains or hills that are interconnected. It is commonly used in geographical contexts to describe topographical features, particularly in relation to larger mountains or mountainous areas.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, hills and mountains often symbolize stability and strength. The character 峋 can evoke imagery of the beautiful landscapes that are deeply appreciated in Chinese poetry and art, often representing harmony with nature.
Memory Tip
Imagine a series of hills that look like waves gently rolling towards a mountain (the character 峋 has a mountainous top and a wave-like bottom). Picture these hills as 'xún' waves flowing towards the base of a grand mountain, helping you remember both the shape and the pronunciation.
Meanings of 峋
xún(xun2)
1foothill, mountain range
2ranges of hills
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AI Study Notes for 峋
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a series of hills that look like waves gently rolling towards a mountain (the character 峋 has a mountainous top and a wave-like bottom). Picture these hills as 'xún' waves flowing towards the base of a grand mountain, helping you remember both the shape and the pronunciation.
Usage Notes
While 峋 itself is not frequently used in daily conversation, it may appear in literary or poetic contexts. Learners should be cautious not to confuse it with other mountain-related characters like 山 (shān), which simply means 'mountain.' It is generally considered more formal.
HSK Study Tips
As this character is not part of the HSK curriculum, learners should focus on related terms like 山 (shān) for mountain and hills vocabulary. This will help build a foundational understanding of geographical terms in Chinese.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, hills and mountains often symbolize stability and strength. The character 峋 can evoke imagery of the beautiful landscapes that are deeply appreciated in Chinese poetry and art, often representing harmony with nature.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 峋 with 山 (shān) because both relate to mountains, but they have different nuances. For example, saying '我住在山' (I live in the mountain) when referring to a foothill should be corrected to '我住在峋' to accurately convey the meaning.
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Grammar Patterns of 峋
峋 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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那匹老马瘦骨嶙____.
The old horse was painfully thin.
Example Sentences for 峋 (2)
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那匹老马瘦骨嶙峋.
nà pǐ lǎo mǎ shòu gǔ lín xún.
The old horse was painfully thin.
2
那条老狗瘦骨嶙峋.
nà tiáo lǎo gǒu shòu gǔ lín xún.
The old dog was so thin that his bones showed through his skin.
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The old horse was painfully thin.
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Cultural Notes for 峋
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, hills and mountains often symbolize stability and strength. The character 峋 can evoke imagery of the beautiful landscapes that are deeply appreciated in Chinese poetry and art, often representing harmony with nature.
Word Family of 峋
Words Containing This Character3
瘦骨嶙峋skinny; emaciated (idiom)
峋xúnranges of hills
嶙峋craggy
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Frequently Asked Questions about 峋
The pronunciation for 峋 is 'xún' with a rising tone.
No, it is more often found in literary texts or discussions about geography.
Synonyms include 山脉 (shān mài) for mountain range and 丘陵 (qiū líng) for hills.
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