Chinese

duàn
Meaning: section; segment; part; (measure word for periods of time or sections)
Part of Speech: Noun, Measure word

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Example sentences

這段時間我真的很忙。
这段时间我真的很忙。
I've been really busy during this period of time.
這段經歷對他來說非常珍貴。
This experience is very precious to him.
即使過了這麼多年,那段記憶依然清晰。
Even after so many years, that memory is still clear.
經過一段時間的修養,他的傷口終於痊癒了。
After a period of rest, his wound finally healed completely.
這段美好的回憶將永遠留在我的心中。
This beautiful memory will stay in my heart forever.

Usage Notes

A general measure word for sections of something continuous like a road, a period of time, or a paragraph of text.

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