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山脉
shān mài
Meaning
- mountain range
Definition
山脉指由许多山连在一起，延伸成线状或条状的巨大山体。
A mountain range is a series of mountains connected together, forming a linear or elongated large landform.
Usage
通常用于地理描述，可作主语、宾语等。
Usually used in geographical descriptions, can serve as subject, object, etc.
Examples
- 1 雄伟的山脉横亘在远方。(The magnificent mountain range stretches in the distance.)
- 2 这座山脉是天然的屏障。(This mountain range is a natural barrier.)
- 3 登山队成功翻越了山脉。(The climbing team successfully crossed the mountain range.)
- 4 山脉的形成与地壳运动有关。(The formation of mountain ranges is related to crustal movements.)
- 5 远处的山脉在夕阳下显得格外美丽。(The distant mountain range looks particularly beautiful under the sunset.)
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