阶
stairs; rank; surname
Meanings
3 senses · 11 examplesnoun
step; stair; terrace
Refers to a raised flat surface for walking up or down, or a set of stairs.
Please walk up the stairs to the second floor platform.
The stone steps are covered with moss after the rain.
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He reached out to hold the handrail beside the steps.
The stone steps of this ancient building are exquisitely carved.
I carefully stepped over the threshold steps.
noun
rank; grade; level
formalUsed to describe hierarchical levels in official positions, social status, or academic qualifications.
He was promoted to a senior official rank through years of political achievements.
This company's salary system has eight salary level grades.
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This professor holds a very high rank in the academic community.
Military rank grades are adjusted based on years of service and meritorious deeds.
Teachers at different salary grades enjoy different welfare benefits.
noun
surname
A rare Chinese family name.
My new colleague's surname is Jie, his name is Jie Mingyuan.