Meanings of 山脉
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AI Study Notes for 山脉
山 (shān, mountain) vs 高山 (gāoshān, high mountain) — use 山脉 for a series of mountains rather than a single peak or a specific high mountain.
Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing '山脉'; the first character has a high tone (shān) while the second has a falling tone (mài). This term is more formal and is often used in academic or nature-related contexts. Collocations include phrases like '高山脉' (high mountain range) or '雪山脉' (snowy mountain range).
As an HSK Level 6 word, '山脉' connects with other geographic terms you may encounter. Focus on related vocabulary such as '山' (mountain) and '河流' (river) to enhance your understanding of natural features in Chinese.
Learners often confuse '山脉' with '山' (mountain) by using it in contexts meant for single mountains. For example, saying '我去山脉' (I go to the mountain range) when they mean a single mountain would be incorrect; instead, use '我去山' (I go to the mountain).
Pronunciation of 山脉
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Component Characters
How to say mountain range in Chinese
“mountain range” in Chinese is山脉
山脉 (shān mài) refers to a series of connected mountains forming a distinct geographical feature. It is commonly used in discussions about geography, nature, and outdoor activities, highlighting the interconnectedness of mountainous regions.
When to use 山脉
Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing '山脉'; the first character has a high tone (shān) while the second has a falling tone (mài). This term is more formal and is often used in academic or nature-related contexts. Collocations include phrases like '高山脉' (high mountain range) or '雪山脉' (snowy mountain range).
山脉 or something close to it
山 (shān, mountain) vs 高山 (gāoshān, high mountain) — use 山脉 for a series of mountains rather than a single peak or a specific high mountain.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse '山脉' with '山' (mountain) by using it in contexts meant for single mountains. For example, saying '我去山脉' (I go to the mountain range) when they mean a single mountain would be incorrect; instead, use '我去山' (I go to the mountain).
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Grammar Patterns of 山脉
山脉 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Complete the Sentence
这座____向东延伸.
The mountain verges to the east.
Example Sentences for 山脉 (7)
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The mountain verges to the east.
Frequently Asked Questions about 山脉
Make sure to use a high tone for '山' (shān) and a falling tone for '脉' (mài) to convey the correct meaning.
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