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Chinese
jiàn
Meaning: gap; interval; to separate
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb, Adverb

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Example sentences

陽光從樹葉的間隙灑落下來。
阳光从树叶的间隙洒落下来。
Sunlight filtered down through the gaps in the leaves.
這間餐廳的特色是道地的川菜。
The specialty of this restaurant is authentic Sichuan cuisine.
他們為了結婚,特別裝修了這間新房。
They specially renovated this bridal chamber for their wedding.
我們可以先瞭解一下這間公司的運營概況。
We can first get an understanding of this company's operational overview.
山野間草木蓬蓬的,充滿生機。
The vegetation in the countryside is lush and full of life.

Usage Notes

Specific to the fourth tone reading, referring to spaces, gaps, or the act of separating.

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