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March 24, 2026
地下水()dìxiàshuǐ(di4xia4shui3)
地下水 (di4 xia4 shui3) refers to groundwater, which is water that exists beneath the earth's surface in soil pore spaces and fractures of rock formations. It is an essential resource for agricultural irrigation, drinking water supply, and ecosystem health. Understanding this term is important in environmental science and geology contexts.
Frequency#22417DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, groundwater plays a crucial role in agriculture, particularly in regions where surface water is scarce. The management and protection of groundwater resources are significant topics in discussions about water sustainability and environmental policy.
Memory Tip
Imagine digging deep into the ground and finding a hidden treasure of water—地下水 sounds like 'dee ah sha shway.' Picture yourself in a cave where water trickles down, reminding you that this water is underground.
Meanings of 地下水
dìxiàshuǐ(di4xia4shui3)
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地下水Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine digging deep into the ground and finding a hidden treasure of water—地下水 sounds like 'dee ah sha shway.' Picture yourself in a cave where water trickles down, reminding you that this water is underground.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 地下水 with surface water (地表水), which is water found on the surface. This term is used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in environmental discussions. Be careful with the tones: '地下' (di4 xia4) has a falling tone, while '水' (shui3) has a rising tone.
HSK Study Tips
Although 地下水 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects to related terms like 水 (water) and 地 (earth/ground), which are essential at lower levels. Focus on recognizing the characters and their meanings to enhance your vocabulary in environmental topics.
Cultural Note
In China, groundwater plays a crucial role in agriculture, particularly in regions where surface water is scarce. The management and protection of groundwater resources are significant topics in discussions about water sustainability and environmental policy.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 地下水 with 地表水 when discussing water sources. Remember, 地下水 is specifically about groundwater, while 地表水 refers to surface water.
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Cultural Notes for 地下水
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In China, groundwater plays a crucial role in agriculture, particularly in regions where surface water is scarce. The management and protection of groundwater resources are significant topics in discussions about water sustainability and environmental policy.
Frequently Asked Questions about 地下水
地下水 means groundwater, which is the water found underground.
地下水 is specifically water that is stored beneath the Earth's surface, unlike surface water which is found in rivers and lakes.
Yes, it is commonly used in discussions about environmental issues, agriculture, and water resources.
