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探幽

Word · Verb

explore profound truths; visit scenic spots

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Meanings

2 senses · 4 examples
1.

verb

to explore profound truths; to investigate subtle principles

literary

Literary expression used in academic or philosophical contexts for deep intellectual inquiry.

Tàn探
yōu幽
xī析
wēi微

To explore the profound and analyze the subtle.

Zhè这
wèi位
xué学
zhě者
shàn善
yú于
tàn探
yōu幽
xī析
wēi微
 ,
cóng从
gǔ古
jí籍
zhōng中
fā发
jué掘
shēn深
ào奥
de的
zhé哲
lǐ理
 。

This scholar excels at exploring profound truths and analyzing subtleties, unearthing deep philosophy from ancient texts.

2.

verb

to visit secluded scenic spots; to explore beautiful places

literary

Literary expression used to describe visiting quiet, beautiful natural locations away from crowds.

Tàn探
yōu幽
lǎn揽
shèng胜

To explore secluded spots and enjoy the scenery.

Zhōu周
mò末
wǒ我
men们
yì一
tóng同
qù去
shān山
jiān间
tàn探
yōu幽
lǎn揽
shèng胜
 。

This weekend we will explore the secluded mountain scenery together.