航海

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Meaning and Usage

"航海" specifically refers to the act of navigating or sailing on the sea, often involving ships or boats. It is commonly used in contexts related to maritime travel, exploration, and shipping.

Common Collocations

  • 航海技术 (navigation technology): Refers to the skills and tools used for safe and efficient sea travel.
  • 航海 (nautical chart): Maps used for planning and navigating sea routes.
  • 航海 (oceanic navigation): Long-distance sea voyages.

Usage Notes

"航海" is a noun but can also imply the activity of sailing. It is often used in formal or technical contexts, such as maritime industries or historical discussions about sea exploration. Unlike the verb 航行, which means to navigate or sail, 航海 emphasizes the broader concept of sea travel.

Common Confusions

Do not confuse 航海 with (hǎiháng), which specifically refers to maritime transport or shipping companies. 航海 focuses more on the act or process of sailing itself.

Register and Tone

The term is neutral and suitable for both written and spoken Chinese, especially in educational, historical, or technical contexts.

Example Sentences

He has dreamed of sailing since childhood, exploring unknown seas.

Modern navigation technology makes ocean shipping safer and more efficient.

Nautical charts are essential tools for ships before setting sail.