No. 2,444 in Chinese
川
"川" means "river" or "plain."
In a sentence
川流不息的人群让我感到热闹。
The incessant stream of people makes me feel lively.
Here, '川' is used metaphorically to represent a wide, continuous flow, as in a river or stream of people.
这条川的水非常清澈。
The water in this river is very clear.
In this sentence, '川' is used literally to mean 'river' or a flowing body of water.
川菜以其麻辣的风味闻名。
Sichuan cuisine is famous for its spicy and numbing flavors.
Here, '川' refers to Sichuan province, representing its local culture and cuisine.
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