气象

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Character Breakdown

Understanding 气象 (qìxiàng)

气象 primarily refers to meteorological phenomena or weather conditions. It is commonly used in contexts related to weather forecasts, climate studies, and environmental discussions.

Usage in Daily Conversation

When talking about the weather, 气象 is often paired with words like 预报 (forecast) or 条件 (conditions). For example, 气象预报 means weather forecast, a very common phrase in news and daily life.

Common Collocations

  • 气象预报: weather forecast, used when discussing upcoming weather.
  • 气象条件: meteorological conditions, important in agriculture, construction, and outdoor activities.
  • 气象变化: weather changes, often used to warn about sudden or extreme weather.

Nuances and Tips

气象 is a formal term mostly used in scientific or official contexts. In casual conversation, people might simply say 天气 (tiānqì) for weather. Avoid confusing 气象 with (elephant) despite the character similarity; here is part of the compound meaning 'phenomenon' or 'appearance'.

Understanding 气象 helps learners engage with weather-related topics more precisely, especially in news, reports, or academic discussions.

Example Sentences

The weather forecast says there will be heavy rain tomorrow.

Meteorological conditions are very important for agricultural production.

This time the weather changes quickly; everyone should be careful.