沉淀

chén diàn

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Rare

Definitions

1. to settle
2. to precipitate (solid sediment out of a solution)

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Word relationships

Related words

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沉淀物

chén diàn wù

precipitate

The resulting sediment or precipitate

Synonyms

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沉积

chén jī

sediment

In the context of gradual accumulation or settling of particles

Usage notes

Common mistakes

沉淀 is intransitive; you cannot 沉淀 something. Use 使...沉淀 to express causing something to settle.

Example Sentences

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让水沉淀一会儿再喝。

Let the water settle for a while before drinking.

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Words Containing 沉淀

沉淀物

chén diàn wù

precipitate

Child Words of 沉淀

to submerge

shallow water

沉淀