landscape; scenery; landscape painting
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water flowing down from mountains; mountain stream
Refers specifically to natural water originating from higher elevations, often used in descriptive or literary contexts.
Mountain water flowed down the valley, forming a small stream.
The mountain water here is crystal clear and safe to drink directly.
noun
landscape; scenery with mountains and water; natural scenery
A central concept in traditional Chinese aesthetics, emphasizing the harmony between natural elements. Often used in tourism, poetry, and art contexts.
Guilin's landscape is the best under heaven.
He especially enjoys appreciating natural landscapes and travels to mountainous areas every year.
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The scenic beauty here attracts countless tourists to visit.
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landscape painting; painting of mountains and water
A major genre in traditional Chinese painting (国画), typically rendered in ink wash (水墨) techniques. Can refer to both the art form and individual works.
This splashed-ink landscape painting looks very elegant hanging in the living room.
Ancient Chinese landscape painting emphasizes artistic conception and pursues spiritual resonance.
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He is currently learning traditional landscape painting techniques.