濒临

bīn lín

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

Definitions

1. on the edge of
2. (fig.) on the verge of
3. close to

Word relationships

Related words

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• 临近 lín jìn 临近 lín jìn close to When focusing on physical or temporal proximity: close to
• 处于 chǔ yú 处于 chǔ yú to be in (some state, position, or condition) When indicating being in a certain state: to be in (some state, position, or condition)
• 源于 yuán yú 源于 yuán yú has its origins in When emphasizing the source or origin of a situation: has its origins in

Synonyms

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• 面临 miàn lín 面临 miàn lín to face sth; to be confronted with When emphasizing facing an undesirable situation: to face sth; to be confronted with

Usage notes

Collocations

Commonly used with nouns like 灭绝 (extinction) or 崩溃 (collapse).

Common mistakes

Often misused for positive scenarios; 濒临 typically describes negative or dangerous situations.

Example Sentences

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这种动物 濒临 灭绝。

This animal is on the verge of extinction.

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Child Words of 濒临

• 临 临 lín: to face
• 濒 濒 bīn: to approach