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方言

Fāng yán

HSK 6

Meaning

  • the first Chinese dialect dictionary, edited by Yang Xiong 揚雄|扬雄[Yang2 Xiong2] in 1st century, containing over 9000 characters
  • topolect
  • dialect

Definition

一种语言的地方变体，是某个特定地区或群体使用的语言形式。

A regional variety of a language, spoken by a particular area or group.

Usage

用于指代与标准语言不同的地方性语言，常强调地域特色和当地文化。

Used to refer to local language varieties distinct from the standard language, often highlighting regional characteristics and local culture.

Examples

  • 1 他说话带着浓厚的四川方言。 (He speaks with a strong Sichuan dialect.)
  • 2 方言是地方文化的重要组成部分。 (Dialects are an important part of local culture.)
  • 3 这部电影使用了大量方言，增加了真实感。 (This movie uses a lot of dialect, adding to the realism.)
  • 4 学习方言有助于更好地融入当地生活。 (Learning a dialect helps to better integrate into local life.)
  • 5 虽然方言不同，但我们都用普通话交流。 (Although our dialects differ, we all communicate in Mandarin.)

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