遮挡

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Usage and Nuances

The verb 遮挡 (zhē dǎng) means to block, cover, or shelter something, often physically obstructing light, view, or passage. It is commonly used when something prevents light or vision from passing through, such as trees遮挡阳光 (blocking sunlight) or a hat遮挡 (covering the face).

Common Collocations

  • 遮挡阳光: to block sunlight, often used when describing shade or shelter.
  • 遮挡视线: to block the line of sight, used when something obstructs vision.
  • 遮挡: to cover a camera, often in security or privacy contexts.

Register and Tone

This word is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is more common in written language but also appears in spoken Mandarin.

Common Confusions

Avoid confusing 遮挡 with (dǎng) alone, which can mean to resist or to stop something actively. 遮挡 emphasizes covering or blocking, often passively preventing something from passing through.

Summary

Use 遮挡 when you want to express that something physically blocks or covers another object, especially light or vision. It is a versatile verb useful in everyday descriptions of obstruction or sheltering.

Example Sentences

The trees blocked the sunlight, making the yard shady.

Please do not cover the camera with your hand.

His hat covered most of his face, making it hard to see his expression.