Meanings of 濒临
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AI Study Notes for 濒临
临近 (línjìn) - use 濒临 when emphasizing a critical or precarious situation, whereas 临近 is more neutral, simply indicating proximity.
Learners often confuse 濒临 with similar expressions like 接近 (jiē jìn), which means 'to approach.' Use 濒临 in contexts where a critical state is implied, such as '濒临灭绝' (on the verge of extinction). Be cautious with tone pronunciation; 'bīn' should be pronounced with a high level tone and 'lín' with a rising tone.
As an HSK 6 word, 濒临 ties into advanced vocabulary that discusses conditions and states. Focus on its usage in formal writing or discussions about environmental or social issues, as it often appears in these contexts. Compare its meaning with other HSK 6 words related to proximity and condition.
A common mistake is to confuse 濒临 with the more general term 近 (jìn), which simply means 'close.' For example, saying '我濒临家' (wǒ bīn lín jiā) is incorrect; it should be '我接近家' (wǒ jiē jìn jiā), meaning 'I am close to home.'
Pronunciation of 濒临
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Component Characters
How to say on the verge of in Chinese
“on the verge of” in Chinese is濒临
The verb 濒临 (bīn lín) means to be on the verge of or close to a certain situation or condition. It is often used to describe an imminent state, such as being close to disaster, success, or a critical moment in life. This term is commonly found in both literary and formal contexts.
When to use 濒临
Learners often confuse 濒临 with similar expressions like 接近 (jiē jìn), which means 'to approach.' Use 濒临 in contexts where a critical state is implied, such as '濒临灭绝' (on the verge of extinction). Be cautious with tone pronunciation; 'bīn' should be pronounced with a high level tone and 'lín' with a rising tone.
濒临 or something close to it
临近 (línjìn) - use 濒临 when emphasizing a critical or precarious situation, whereas 临近 is more neutral, simply indicating proximity.
What learners get wrong
A common mistake is to confuse 濒临 with the more general term 近 (jìn), which simply means 'close.' For example, saying '我濒临家' (wǒ bīn lín jiā) is incorrect; it should be '我接近家' (wǒ jiē jìn jiā), meaning 'I am close to home.'
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Grammar Patterns of 濒临
濒临 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 4 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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这种飞机在1942年年初就____淘汰了。
The aircraft was nearing obsolescence by early
Example Sentences for 濒临 (2)
Frequently Asked Questions about 濒临
While it's not incorrect to use 濒临 informally, it is more suited for formal writing or discussions due to its serious connotation.
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