川
river; plain; Sichuan
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesnoun
river; stream
Often used to refer to large or important rivers, and is a key component in geographical names.
The Yellow River is the mother river of Chinese civilization.
The scenery of high mountains and great rivers is awe-inspiring.
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All rivers flow into the sea; eventually everything finds its proper place.
There is a swift-flowing river in the gorge.
Major rivers are marked with blue lines on the map.
noun
flatland; plain; open country
literaryDescribes a broad, flat area of land, often fertile and used for agriculture. Appears in literary or historical contexts.
This plain is a fertile granary.
Warhorses galloped across the vast, flat plain.
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The eight-hundred-li Qin Plain has been a treasure for farming since ancient times.
The far suburbs of the city are vast flatlands.
Before the plane landed, we could see a stretch of open country below.
noun
Sichuan (abbreviation)
Used as an abbreviation for Sichuan Province, often in names of local products, cuisine, or people.
Sichuan cuisine is famous for its spicy and numbing flavors.
This fine horse is a famous Sichuan breed.
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He is an actor from Sichuan.
The face-changing skill in Sichuan opera is amazing.
We plan to travel to western Sichuan next year.