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March 24, 2026
跳伞(跳傘)tiàosǎn(tiao4san3)
跳伞 (tiàosǎn) refers to the act of parachuting, which involves jumping from an aircraft and descending to the ground using a parachute. This term is commonly used in contexts related to extreme sports, military training, or emergency evacuation situations. It embodies both the thrill of adventure and the practical aspect of safety in airborne scenarios.
Frequency#8494DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
Parachuting is a popular activity in China, especially among young people seeking adventure. It is often associated with military training and has gained attention through various reality TV shows featuring extreme sports.
Memory Tip
Think of 跳 (tiào), which means 'to jump,' and 伞 (sǎn), meaning 'umbrella,' as a parachute is like an umbrella that opens in the sky. Imagine a person jumping from a plane, with an umbrella-like parachute opening wide and gently floating them down.
Meanings of 跳伞
tiàosǎn(tiao4san3)
1to parachute
2to bail out
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About 跳伞
跳伞Simplified
跳傘Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 跳伞
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 跳 (tiào), which means 'to jump,' and 伞 (sǎn), meaning 'umbrella,' as a parachute is like an umbrella that opens in the sky. Imagine a person jumping from a plane, with an umbrella-like parachute opening wide and gently floating them down.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 跳伞 with similar phrases like 跳跃 (tiàoyuè), which means 'to leap' or 'to jump.' Use 跳伞 specifically for parachuting contexts, and remember it is an informal term. Be mindful of proper pronunciation, especially the tones: tiào (4th tone) and sǎn (3rd tone).
HSK Study Tips
Although 跳伞 may not appear in the early HSK levels, it connects to advanced vocabulary regarding sports and activities. Students should focus on the character components and practice using it in sentences related to adventure sports or emergency situations to reinforce their understanding.
Cultural Note
Parachuting is a popular activity in China, especially among young people seeking adventure. It is often associated with military training and has gained attention through various reality TV shows featuring extreme sports.
Common Mistakes
Learners might incorrectly write 跳伞 as 跳伞跳 (tiàosǎn tiào), mistakenly doubling the verb. Correctly, it is simply 跳伞 when referring to parachuting.
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Cultural Notes for 跳伞
🏮Cultural insight
Parachuting is a popular activity in China, especially among young people seeking adventure. It is often associated with military training and has gained attention through various reality TV shows featuring extreme sports.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, parachuting is often seen as a recreational sport, while in China, it can also carry military connotations and is used in training contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions about 跳伞
You would say '我想去跳伞' (wǒ xiǎng qù tiàosǎn).
跳伞 is generally used in informal contexts, especially among young people and in discussions about sports.
Related activities include 滑翔 (huáxiáng), which means 'gliding,' and 跳跃 (tiàoyuè), meaning 'jumping' or 'leaping.'
