Meanings of 海滨
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AI Study Notes for 海滨
海岸 (hǎi'àn) refers to the coastline or the land along the sea, while 海滨 (hǎibīn) emphasizes the recreational and picturesque aspects of seaside areas.
Be cautious about using 海滨 in contexts that refer to lakes or rivers, as it specifically denotes coastal areas. It's more common in informal contexts when discussing travel or vacations, such as '去海滨度假' (go to the seaside for vacation).
As an HSK Level 6 word, 海滨 connects well with other geographical terms and leisure-related vocabulary learned at this level. Focus on using it in sentences about travel and destinations to enhance contextual understanding.
A common mistake is confusing 海滨 with 海洋 (hǎiyáng), which means 'ocean' rather than a specific shore area. Always remember that 海滨 refers to the beach or shore area, not just the water.
Pronunciation of 海滨
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Component Characters
How to say shore in Chinese
“shore” in Chinese is海滨
海滨 refers to the area along the shore of the sea, often connoting a picturesque or recreational setting. It is commonly used to describe beaches or coastal resorts, emphasizing both the natural beauty and leisure activities associated with seaside locations.
When to use 海滨
Be cautious about using 海滨 in contexts that refer to lakes or rivers, as it specifically denotes coastal areas. It's more common in informal contexts when discussing travel or vacations, such as '去海滨度假' (go to the seaside for vacation).
海滨 or something close to it
海岸 (hǎi'àn) refers to the coastline or the land along the sea, while 海滨 (hǎibīn) emphasizes the recreational and picturesque aspects of seaside areas.
What learners get wrong
A common mistake is confusing 海滨 with 海洋 (hǎiyáng), which means 'ocean' rather than a specific shore area. Always remember that 海滨 refers to the beach or shore area, not just the water.
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Grammar Patterns of 海滨
海滨 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.
Complete the Sentence
从克拉斯特到牛顿有一条两英里的____小径。
There is a 2 mile coastal walk from Craster to Newton.
Example Sentences for 海滨 (5)
Frequently Asked Questions about 海滨
You can say '我们去海滨游泳' (We are going swimming at the seaside).
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