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指南

zhǐ nán

HSK 7–9

Meaning

  • to guide
  • guidebook

Definition

指引方向或提供指导的事物。

A guide or direction; something that points the way or provides guidance.

Usage

常用于指指南针、指导性的书籍、手册、指引等,也可比喻为指导者或指导原则。

Often used to refer to a compass, guidebook, manual, or direction; also metaphorically for a mentor or guiding principle.

Examples

  • 1 这本旅游指南非常实用,帮我找到了很多好地方。 (This travel guide is very practical; it helped me find many great places.)
  • 2 他是我们的人生指南,教会我们如何面对困难。 (He is our life guide, teaching us how to face difficulties.)
  • 3 指南针是航海中不可或缺的工具。 (A compass is an indispensable tool in navigation.)
  • 4 请仔细阅读操作指南,以免误操作。 (Please read the operation guide carefully to avoid mistakes.)
  • 5 这个指南能帮助你解决常见的技术问题。 (This guide can help you solve common technical problems.)

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