No. 4,310 in Chinese
山河
Mountains and rivers; the land.
In a sentence
山河壮丽，风景如画。
The mountains and rivers are magnificent, and the scenery is picturesque.
In this sentence, '山河' is used as a metaphorical term to describe the grandeur of natural landscapes, emphasizing the aesthetic beauty of the environment.
我们热爱祖国的山河，为其繁荣昌盛努力奋斗。
We cherish the mountains and rivers of our homeland and strive for its prosperity.
Here, '山河' symbolizes the entirety of the nation, representing not just geographical features but also the cultural and patriotic elements.
一次次冒险，他把足迹遍布了世界的山河。
Through many adventures, he left his footprints all across the world's landscapes.
In this case, '山河' refers broadly to landscapes and geographical areas encountered during travels, indicating exploration and discovery.
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