塌
collapse; cave in; sink; settle down
Meanings
3 senses · 11 examplesverb
to collapse; to fall down; to cave in
Often used for structures like buildings, bridges, or walls. Can be literal or metaphorical.
After the earthquake, many old houses collapsed.
One arch of the six-arch bridge collapsed.
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The mine tunnel collapsed, trapping several workers.
His entrepreneurial dream completely collapsed due to funding problems.
verb
to sink; to become sunken; to dent
Describes a surface becoming concave or a part of something sinking inward.
His cheeks have sunken in because of his illness.
He has a flat/sunken nose bridge.
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The New Year's cake sinks more the longer it's steamed.
The sofa has sunk a bit in the middle from sitting on it for too long.
verb
to settle down; to calm down; to become composed
informalOften used with "心" (heart/mind). Describes the process of emotional or mental settling.
Only after hearing the news that her child was safe did she finally settle down / feel at ease.
Before the exam, he needs some time to settle down and review.
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Don't panic. First, calm your mind, and we'll figure out a solution slowly.