No. 6,794 in Chinese
沉淀
"沉淀" means "to precipitate" or "to settle," often referring to the process of substances separating and settling at the bottom of a liquid or metaphorically to the accumulation of experiences or knowledge.
In a sentence
经过时间的沉淀，友谊变得更加深厚。
Through the sedimentation of time, friendships become stronger.
In this sentence, '沉淀' metaphorically describes how time allows memories and experiences between friends to settle and consolidate, leading to stronger bonds.
水在放置一段时间后，会自然沉淀出杂质。
When water is left to stand for a while, impurities naturally settle down.
Here, '沉淀' takes on a literal meaning, describing the physical process of particles settling at the bottom of a liquid.
在学习中，知识的沉淀能帮助我们更好地理解复杂的理论。
In learning, the sedimentation of knowledge helps us better understand complex theories.
In this usage, '沉淀' figuratively relates to the accumulation and settling of knowledge through study and reflection, enhancing comprehension.
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