[2024-07-05] Unlock Chinese Wisdom: Proverbs, Words, and More!

扭转

niǔzhuǎn

The Chinese word for twist, '扭转', primarily refers to twisting or rotating something physically. It can also be used metaphorically to emphasize a sudden or dramatic change. For instance, 'the twist in the story' could be translated as '故事的扭转'.

Here's how to use it:

• 我们必须扭转这个局面
  wǒ men bì xū niǔ zhuǎn zhè gè jú miàn
• 他扭转了比赛的结果
  tā niǔ zhuǎn le bǐ sài de jié guǒ
• 他扭转了我的意见
  tā niǔ zhuǎn le wǒ de yì jiàn

众多

zhòng duō

The Chinese word '众多' means 'numerous' in English. It is often used to describe a large quantity of something, especially when there are too many to be counted. It can be used in various context such as referring to people, matters, things, etc.

Here's how to use it:

• 众多的书籍在书库中。
  Zhòngduō de shūjí zài shūkù zhōng.
• 众多的选项让我犹豫不决。
  Zhòngduō de xuǎnxiàng ràng wǒ yóuyù bùjué.
• 众多的机会在眼前。
  Zhòngduō de jīhuì zài yǎnqián.

盐

yán

The Chinese word for salt is '盐' (yán). It is used in the same context as in English, it is a common seasoning used in food to enhance flavor.

Here's how to use it:

• 盐尝起来很咸。
  Yán cháng qǐlái hěn xián.
• 盐对人体有益。
  Yán duì réntǐ yǒuyì.
• 她在盐里放了一点糖。
  Tā zài yán lǐ fàngle yīdiǎn táng.

激情

jī qíng

The Chinese word '激情' is used to express a strong and barely controllable emotion or a strong desire and enthusiasm for something. It is often used in contexts where someone's commitment to a hobby, work, or a person is being described.

Here's how to use it:

• 他充满了工作的激情
  Tā chōngmǎnle gōngzuò de jīqíng
• 激情的爱情故事
  Jīqíng de àiqíng gùshì
• 持续的激情
  Chíxù de jīqíng

不同意

bù tóng yì

The Chinese word '不同意' has the same context as the English word 'disagree'. It is used when you have a different opinion or decision about something from someone else. It can be used in regular conversations with friends, or in formal situations.

Here's how to use it:

• 你不可能总是不同意我。
  Nǐ bù kěnéng zǒng shì bù tóngyì wǒ.
• 我们家的每个人都不同意他。
  Wǒmen jiā de měi gèrén dōu bù tóngyì tā.
• 他不同意我们的见解。
  Tā bù tóngyì wǒmen de jiànjiě.

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