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March 24, 2026
流入()liúrù(liu2ru4)
流入 (liú rù) refers to the action of something flowing into a particular place or situation, often used to describe the influx of people, resources, or information. It is commonly used in contexts such as economics, migration, and environmental studies, emphasizing the movement towards a defined area.
Frequency#19059DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
The concept of 流入 is particularly relevant in discussions about migration in China, where significant influxes of people to urban areas have shaped modern society and economic development.
Memory Tip
Imagine a river (流) flowing into a large reservoir (入), symbolizing the idea of influx. The sound 'liu' can be remembered as 'loo' which reminds you of water flowing, while 'ru' sounds like 'root', connecting to the idea of something settling in a place.
Meanings of 流入
liúrù(liu2ru4)
1to flow into
2to drift into
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流入Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
流入 (liúrù) vs 进入 (jìnrù) — use 流入 for a focus on the flowing nature of the movement, especially in contexts like resources or people, while 进入 emphasizes simply entering a place.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a river (流) flowing into a large reservoir (入), symbolizing the idea of influx. The sound 'liu' can be remembered as 'loo' which reminds you of water flowing, while 'ru' sounds like 'root', connecting to the idea of something settling in a place.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the context in which you use 流入, as it can imply a positive or negative influx. Common collocations include '资金流入' (capital inflow) and '游客流入' (influx of tourists). The tones are crucial; mispronouncing the tones can lead to confusion with similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
流入 is not explicitly part of HSK vocabulary, but it connects well with other HSK Level 3 words like 水 (water) and 进入 (to enter). Focus on understanding compound words and phrases that describe movement and change.
Cultural Note
The concept of 流入 is particularly relevant in discussions about migration in China, where significant influxes of people to urban areas have shaped modern society and economic development.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 流入 with 流出 (liú chū), which means 'to flow out.' For example, saying '流入 (liú rù) of people' instead of '流出 (liú chū) of people' can change the intended meaning completely.
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Cultural Notes for 流入
🏮Cultural insight
The concept of 流入 is particularly relevant in discussions about migration in China, where significant influxes of people to urban areas have shaped modern society and economic development.
Frequently Asked Questions about 流入
流入 is often used in discussions about economics, such as capital inflow, or in environmental contexts, like water flowing into a lake.
Yes, it can describe negative situations, such as pollution flowing into a river, highlighting that the tone of the conversation matters.
Make sure to use the second tone for 流 (liu2) and the fourth tone for 入 (ru4) to avoid confusion.
