Meanings of 勘探
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AI Study Notes for 勘探
探测 (tàncè) vs 勘探 (kāntàn): Use 探测 when referring to detection or measurement, while 勘探 specifically involves exploration for resources.
勘探 is commonly used in technical or formal contexts, particularly in geology or resource management. Learners should be careful with the tones, as mispronouncing 勘 (kan1) or 探 (tan4) can change the meaning entirely. Common collocations include 勘探矿产 (kuàngchǎn, mineral exploration) and 勘探项目 (xiàngmù, exploration project).
As an HSK 6 level word, 勘探 builds on vocabulary related to science and technology, which can be complex. Students should focus on understanding the context in which 勘探 is used and practice sentences that involve exploration or surveying in various fields.
Learners often confuse 勘探 with similar words like 探索 (tàn suǒ, to explore), which is broader and can refer to exploration in a more general sense. For example, saying '我去勘探大海' (Wǒ qù kāntàn dàhǎi, 'I go to explore the sea') is incorrect; it should be '我去探索大海' (Wǒ qù tànsuǒ dàhǎi).
Pronunciation of 勘探
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How to say exploration in Chinese
“exploration” in Chinese is勘探
勘探 refers to the act of exploration or surveying, often used in the context of geological or resource exploration such as oil and mineral prospecting. It conveys a sense of investigation and examination to uncover valuable resources or information in a specific area.
When to use 勘探
勘探 is commonly used in technical or formal contexts, particularly in geology or resource management. Learners should be careful with the tones, as mispronouncing 勘 (kan1) or 探 (tan4) can change the meaning entirely. Common collocations include 勘探矿产 (kuàngchǎn, mineral exploration) and 勘探项目 (xiàngmù, exploration project).
勘探 or something close to it
探测 (tàncè) vs 勘探 (kāntàn): Use 探测 when referring to detection or measurement, while 勘探 specifically involves exploration for resources.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 勘探 with similar words like 探索 (tàn suǒ, to explore), which is broader and can refer to exploration in a more general sense. For example, saying '我去勘探大海' (Wǒ qù kāntàn dàhǎi, 'I go to explore the sea') is incorrect; it should be '我去探索大海' (Wǒ qù tànsuǒ dàhǎi).
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Grammar Patterns of 勘探
勘探 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 5 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
奥瑞克斯是一家设在达拉斯的石油和天然气____生产公司。
Oryx is a Dallas-based oil and gas exploration and production concern.
Example Sentences for 勘探 (4)
Frequently Asked Questions about 勘探
You might say, '他们正在进行石油勘探' (Tāmen zhèngzài jìnxíng shíyóu kāntàn), meaning 'They are conducting oil exploration.'
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