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津
jīn
Description
“津”这个字常常出现在地名里，比如中国的天津。
The character "津" often appears in place names, such as Tianjin in China.
它本来的意思是过河的渡口，现在单独用得比较少。
Its original meaning is a ferry crossing, but it is now rarely used alone.
Meanings
津jīn
ferry crossing; river ford
古时候人们在这个津口过河。
In ancient times, people crossed the river at this ferry point.
津jīn
saliva; bodily fluid
这个故事讲得津津有味。
This story is told with great interest.
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Notes
- Etymology
originally meant a river crossing or ford; extended to mean saliva/fluid.
- Nuance
rarely used alone today; mostly seen in place names and set phrases.
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