Meanings of 巅
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AI Study Notes for 巅
顶 (dǐng) refers to the top or peak of something, often used more generally, while 巅 (diān) specifically emphasizes the peak of a mountain or a metaphorical high point.
This term is more formal and is typically used in written contexts, such as literature or geography. Common collocations include phrases like '山巅' (mountain peak) and '巅峰' (summit). Be cautious with pronunciation, as misplacing the tone could lead to misunderstandings.
While 巅 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects well with other words describing mountains and high places, such as 山 (shān) for mountain and 高 (gāo) for high. Students should focus on the characteristics of characters depicting elevation and nature.
Learners often confuse 巅 with 顶 (dǐng), which also means 'top' but is used more generally for the top of objects rather than specifically for mountains. For instance, saying '桌子巅' (table peak) is incorrect; use '桌子顶' instead.
Pronunciation of 巅
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Etymology of 巅
The top 颠 of a mountain 山; 颠 also provides the pronunciation
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Case file: 巅
- 1The giveawayThe top 颠 of a mountain 山; 颠 also provides the pronunciation
- 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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How to say mountain peak, mountain top in Chinese
“mountain peak, mountain top” in Chinese is巅
The character 巅 (diān) refers to the peak or summit of a mountain, symbolizing the highest point of elevation. It is commonly used in contexts related to geography, climbing, and metaphorically to describe reaching the pinnacle of success or achievement.
When to use 巅
This term is more formal and is typically used in written contexts, such as literature or geography. Common collocations include phrases like '山巅' (mountain peak) and '巅峰' (summit). Be cautious with pronunciation, as misplacing the tone could lead to misunderstandings.
巅 or something close to it
顶 (dǐng) refers to the top or peak of something, often used more generally, while 巅 (diān) specifically emphasizes the peak of a mountain or a metaphorical high point.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 巅 with 顶 (dǐng), which also means 'top' but is used more generally for the top of objects rather than specifically for mountains. For instance, saying '桌子巅' (table peak) is incorrect; use '桌子顶' instead.
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Grammar Patterns of 巅
巅 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). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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这支管弦乐队呈现了精彩的演奏，堪称其多年来的____峰演奏。
The orchestra contrived to produce some of its best playing for years.
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Word Family of 巅
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Frequently Asked Questions about 巅
Make sure to maintain the high tone on the first syllable, pronounced as 'diān'.
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