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瀑布
pù bù
Meaning
- waterfall
Definition
从悬崖或陡坡上倾泻而下的水流,通常是由河流或溪流形成。
A stream of water that flows over a cliff or steep slope, usually formed by a river or stream.
Usage
常用于描述自然景观,也可比喻大量倾泻而下的东西。
Often used to describe natural scenery, and can also be a metaphor for something that pours down in large quantities.
Examples
- 1 黄果树瀑布是中国最大的瀑布之一,每年吸引大量游客。 (Huangguoshu Waterfall is one of the largest waterfalls in China, attracting many tourists every year.)
- 2 暴雨过后,山上形成了一道壮观的瀑布。 (After the heavy rain, a spectacular waterfall formed on the mountain.)
- 3 她的长发像瀑布一样流畅而美丽。 (Her long hair flows smoothly and beautifully like a waterfall.)
- 4 市场上新品的促销信息如瀑布般涌来。 (Promotional information for new products on the market comes pouring in like a waterfall.)
- 5 站在瀑布旁边,能感受到水雾扑面而来。 (Standing next to the waterfall, you can feel the mist on your face.)
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