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处于

chǔ yú
HSK 3.0 Level 5 Verb Common

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Definitions

  1. 1. to be in (some state, position, or condition)

Word relationships

Synonyms

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位于
wèi yú

to be located at

Used when describing physical location or position, 位于 is more formal and objective than 处于.

Usage notes

Common mistakes

处于 must be followed by a noun or noun phrase indicating a state or situation, not a standalone adjective. Example: 处于危险之中 (in danger), not 处于危险.

Formality

处于 is primarily used in formal or written contexts. In casual speech, use 在…中 or other colloquial structures instead.

Example Sentences

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这项技术 处于 世界前沿。
This technology is at the world's forefront.
他在谈判中 处于 被动地位。
He is in a passive position in the negotiations.

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Child Words of 处于

于
yú

(of time or place) in; at; on

处
chǔ

to reside

处
chù

place