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书面语
shūmiànyǔ
Description
书面语是写文章的时候用的语言，跟平时说话用的口语不一样。
书面语 is the language used when writing articles, different from the spoken language used in daily conversation.
我们写信、写报告的时候常常用书面语。
We often use 书面语 when writing letters or reports.
Meanings
书面语shūmiànyǔ
written language, formal written style
这篇文章用的是书面语，比较正式。
This article uses written language and is quite formal.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
书面 (on paper / written) + 语 (language), literally 'written language'.
- Nuance
contrasts with 口语 (spoken language); more formal and used in writing.
In videos
“HSK5就非常多的书面语的词”
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