洼
low-lying; depression
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesadjective
low-lying; sunken
Used to describe terrain, land, or ground that is lower than the surrounding area.
This low-lying land collects water every time it rains.
The terrain here is too low-lying, making it prone to flood disasters.
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The heavy rain washed out several potholes on the road.
Drought-resistant crops cannot be grown on low-lying land.
The low-lying sections of the community need timely drainage.
noun
low-lying spot; depression
informalFrequently used in the colloquial form 水洼儿 to refer to small puddles or shallow depressions that hold water.
There are quite a few puddles in the yard after the rain.
He accidentally stepped on a puddle on the road and got mud on his shoe.
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This depression collected a lot of rainwater and didn't dry up for days.
The children love to step in puddles by the roadside to play.
The puddles on the road after the rain reflect the street lamps by the roadside.