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下面

xiàmiàn

Description

“下面”是指位置在别的东西下方的地方，也可以表示接下来的内容。

"下面" refers to a place located under something else, and can also indicate the following content.

我们说话或写文章时经常用到这个词。

We often use this word when speaking or writing.

Meanings

下面xiàmiàn

below; underneath; the area below

桌子下面有一只猫。

There is a cat under the table.

下面xiàmiàn

next; the following (part or content)

下面我们来看第二课。

Next, let's look at lesson two.

下面xiàmiàn

lower level; subordinates or grassroots

这个消息要通知下面的员工。

This news needs to be communicated to the employees below.

Related words

上面里面外面前面后面下边

Notes

  • Etymology

    下 (below) + 面 (side/surface) forms a common location noun.

  • Nuance

    often takes 的 or 在 before/after to mark position, e.g. 在……下面.

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