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Meaning and Usage

The word '' (bà) refers to a dam or embankment constructed to block or control water flow in rivers or lakes. It is commonly used in contexts related to water management, flood control, and hydroelectric power.

Common Collocations

Usage Notes

'' is a noun and typically appears in discussions about engineering, environmental protection, and infrastructure. It often collocates with verbs like 修建 (to build), 破坏 (to damage), and 防止 (to prevent). Unlike some other words related to water barriers, '' specifically implies a man-made structure.

Avoiding Confusion

Do not confuse '' with '' (àn), which means riverbank or shore and refers to natural land formations rather than constructed barriers.

Example Sentences

This dam can prevent flooding.

They are building a new dam to generate electricity.

The structure of the dam must be very strong to withstand strong water flow.