稠密

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"稠密" describes a state where objects, people, or elements are closely packed together with little space between them. It is often used to describe physical density such as dense forests, crowded buildings, or thick crowds.

Common Collocations

  • "稠密森林" (dense forest): emphasizes the thick growth of trees.
  • "稠密" (dense crowd): highlights a large number of people gathered closely.
  • "稠密建筑" (dense buildings): refers to urban areas with many buildings packed tightly.

Usage Notes

"稠密" is a formal adjective often used in written and spoken Chinese to describe density in a neutral or descriptive tone. It differs from "" which can also mean dense but sometimes implies a more systematic or organized clustering. Avoid confusing "稠密" with "秘密" (secret), despite the shared character "".

Register and Tone

The word is neutral and suitable for both formal and informal contexts, especially in descriptive or analytical speech and writing.

Example Sentences

The buildings in this city are very dense, with almost no open space.

The forest is dense, suitable for various wild animals to inhabit.

The crowd is dense; maintaining order is very important.