瀴 (yíng) - Describes the appearance of water being deep and & also refers to a cold, gloomy appearance.

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yíng ｜ 20 strokes ｜ radical:

樱咏

瀴 · yíng

Describes the appearance of water being deep and vast;

also refers to a cold, gloomy appearance.

Describes the appearance of water being deep andalso refers to a cold, gloomy appearance.

Usage highlights

Deep and vast oceanCold water appearanceGloomy and desolateVast and deep waterMurky water

Synonyms

  • 深— deep
  • 溟— vast ocean
  • 濛— misty, drizzling

Antonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The deep and vast ocean(瀴溟 ocean)
  • The water appears deep and cold(瀴冷 cold water)
  • A gloomy and desolate scene(瀴溟 desolate)

Collocations

  • Deep and vast ocean(瀴溟)
  • Cold water appearance(瀴冷)
  • Gloomy and desolate(瀴溟)
  • Vast and deep water(瀴瀴)
  • Murky water(瀴濛)

Idioms

  • Vast and boundless ocean(瀴溟無際)
  • Deep and cold waters(瀴冷之水)
  • Gloomy and desolate scene(瀴溟之景)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily used in classical Chinese literature to describe water bodies.
  • Often appears in poetic contexts to evoke a sense of depth and mystery.
  • Rarely used in modern Chinese, maintaining a classical and literary feel.

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