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节 (jié) — use 段落 for written sections of text, while 节 typically refers to segments or sections in a broader context, like chapters or episodes.
段落 is typically used in writing rather than speaking, so learners may mistakenly use it in conversational contexts. It is formal in nature; thus, avoid using it in casual discussions. Common collocations include '段落结构' (paragraph structure) and '段落大意' (main idea of a paragraph).
段落 is relevant for HSK Level 4 and above, as it often appears in reading comprehension sections. Students should focus on using it correctly in writing tasks and identifying paragraphs in reading materials.
Learners often confuse 段落 with 段, thinking they are interchangeable. For example, saying '我写了一段' (I wrote a segment) when they mean 'I wrote a paragraph' should correctly use 段落: '我写了一段落'.
Pronunciation of 段落
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Component Characters
How to say phase in Chinese
“phase” in Chinese is段落
段落 (duàn luò) refers specifically to a paragraph or section of text in written Chinese. It is used in both formal and informal writing contexts to denote a distinct portion of content that conveys a complete idea or theme.
When to use 段落
段落 is typically used in writing rather than speaking, so learners may mistakenly use it in conversational contexts. It is formal in nature; thus, avoid using it in casual discussions. Common collocations include '段落结构' (paragraph structure) and '段落大意' (main idea of a paragraph).
段落 or something close to it
节 (jié) — use 段落 for written sections of text, while 节 typically refers to segments or sections in a broader context, like chapters or episodes.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 段落 with 段, thinking they are interchangeable. For example, saying '我写了一段' (I wrote a segment) when they mean 'I wrote a paragraph' should correctly use 段落: '我写了一段落'.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 段落
You can say, '这篇文章分为三个段落' (This article is divided into three paragraphs).
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