LMS (1-500) Flashcards

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威德

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威德 wēidé - prestige, virtue. Mnemonics: “Way duh, great prestige” or “Weird virtue”. Components: 威 power, might; 德 virtue, morality. Story: Old Master Li possessed great wēidé. Villagers sought his counsel, knowing his judgment was always fair. One year, a terrible drought struck. The people, desperate, blamed a reclusive old woman living in the mountains. Master Li, however, saw her kindness and self-sufficiency. He defended her, revealing her quiet acts of charity that had sustained the village for years. It was then they truly understood his wēidé, not merely in his authority but in his unwavering belief in goodness, a virtue so powerful it defied their prejudices.

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用户

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用户 yònghù - user, consumer. Mnemonics: “Young who, the users” or “Use who? The user”. Components: 用 use; 户 household, door. Story: The young programmer, Lin, spent sleepless nights perfecting her app. When it finally launched, she watched eagerly as the yònghù downloaded it. Each click, each interaction, felt like a validation of her hard work. She’d built it not just to solve a problem but to connect with people, to create a sense of belonging in the digital world. Seeing the positive reviews and messages, she realized that behind every yònghù was a person with dreams and needs. Her app wasn’t just code; it was a bridge, connecting her to a community she never knew she had.

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尼姆

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尼姆 nímǔ - Nimu (a place name). Mnemonics: “Knee moo, go to Nimu” or “Near moo, Nimu is close”. Story: Little Mei’s greatest dream was to visit Nímǔ, the legendary town where flowers bloomed in every season. Her grandmother had told her stories of its vibrant markets, its gentle rivers, and the kindness of its people. One day, a traveling artist arrived in their village, his cart overflowing with paintings of Nímǔ. Mei’s heart ached with longing. He noticed her admiration and gifted her a small canvas, a window into her dream. She clutched it close, promising herself that one day, she would walk through that painted gate and experience the magic for herself.

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任何

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任何 rènhé - any, whatever. Mnemonics: “Run her, any option” or “Rain her, whatever happens”. Components: 任 allow, appoint; 何 what, which. Story: When disaster struck, the townspeople were desperate. The floodwaters rose, threatening their homes and livelihoods. “We must find rènhé solution,” their leader declared, his voice filled with urgency. They worked tirelessly, their fear giving way to a fierce determination. It wasn’t about finding the perfect plan; it was about taking rènhé action that could save their community, any hope, no matter how small, was worth pursuing.

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说道

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说道 shuōdào - to say, to speak of. Mnemonics: “Show dao, to speak of the way” or “Sure dough, say what you need”. Components: 说 speak, say; 道 way, path. Story: Old Mrs. Chen often shuōdào stories of her youth. Her words painted vivid pictures of a simpler time, when neighbors helped neighbors and community was everything. Her grandchildren, initially impatient, began to see the wisdom in her tales. They learned about resilience, kindness, and the importance of remembering where they came from. Through her stories, they didn’t just hear words; they traveled along the path (道) of her experiences.

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需要

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需要 xūyào - to need, to require. Mnemonics: “Sue yao, need help” or “Sure yao, you need it”. Components: 需 need, require; 要 want, desire. Story: The old oak tree in the village square had stood for centuries, a silent witness to generations of lives. But years of harsh weather had taken their toll, and it was dying. The villagers gathered, realizing they xūyào to act. They worked together, nurturing the soil, pruning its branches, and speaking words of encouragement. Gradually, the tree began to recover, a symbol of their unity and their shared xūyào for nature’s enduring presence.

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最 zuì - most, the most. Mnemonics: “Zway, the most amazing” or “Sway, the most beautiful”. Components: 曰 say; 取 take. Story: For Mei, the zui precious thing was her grandmother’s hand-sewn quilt. Every night, its warmth carried stories of her ancestors. When a fire threatened their home, she rushed not for her toys or books, but for the quilt. It wasn’t just a blanket; it was a tangible link to her past, a reminder of the love that had been woven into its very fabric. It was the zui valuable thing she owned.

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开始

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开始 kāishǐ - to start, to begin. Mnemonics: “Kai sure, let’s start” or “Kite sure, start flying”. Components: 开 open, begin; 始 begin, start. Story: After years of doubt, the young artist, Zhao, finally decided to kāishǐ his dream. He painted every day, transforming his tiny apartment into a vibrant gallery of emotions. At first, his work was clumsy, hesitant. But with each stroke, his confidence grew. He wasn’t just painting; he was kāishǐ a new chapter of his life, a journey of self-discovery through art. It was not just the act of beginning, but beginning authentically.

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卡 kǎ - card, to block. Mnemonics: “Car, credit card” or “Cut, block the path”. Components: 卡 card, block. Story: During the performance, a crucial kǎ jammed in the projector, halting the show. Panic rippled through the audience. But a young technician, remembering her training, quickly repaired the fault. It wasn’t just a technical glitch; it was a test of their resilience. And in that moment, they showed that even when life throws a kǎ in the works, they could find a way to keep the show going.

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格 gé - grid, frame, character. Mnemonics: “Guh, in the grid” or “Get the character”. Components: 木 wood; 各 each. Story: The old bookshop was a world of its own, its shelves lined with countless gé of stories. Each book was a gateway to a different world, a different life. A young writer, Li, spent hours wandering the aisles, searching for inspiration. He saw each book like a framed window, a chance to get a new character, or understand a different perspective of life. He dreamed of creating stories that would fill those gé with new worlds.

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像 xiàng - like, similar to. Mnemonics: “She ang, like an angel” or “See ang, like a picture”. Components: 人 person; 象 elephant, image. Story: When she looked at her baby brother, it was xiàng looking at a younger version of her father. The same mischievous smile, the same bright eyes. It was a comforting reminder of the family’s shared history, a feeling of continuity that went beyond mere physical resemblance. It wasn’t just that they looked similar; it was xiàng seeing the past mirrored in the present, a continuation of love.

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其他

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其他 qítā - other, the others. Mnemonics: “Cheetah, other animals” or “Key tar, other instruments”. Components: 其 its, his, her; 他 other, another. Story: When the school announced a talent show, Mei felt out of place. All her friends had talents, whether singing or dancing. She only loved reading books. Then her teacher suggested storytelling, and Mei learned her talent was unlike qítā’s, yet wonderful. It wasn’t about being the same as qítā; it was about finding her own unique voice.

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获得

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获得 huòdé - to obtain, to gain, to acquire. Mnemonics: “Who duh, obtain it” or “Walk duh, gain knowledge”. Components: 获 obtain, reap; 得 obtain, get. Story: After years of hard work, the scientist, Dr. Wang, finally huòdé the results she had been seeking. The data was clear, confirming her groundbreaking theory. It wasn’t just about the scientific discovery; it was about the years of dedication and sacrifice, the unwavering belief in her own abilities. To huòdé something so significant, the process was the reward.

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下 xià - down, below, next. Mnemonics: “Shah, go down” or “Shaw, under the umbrella”. Components: 一 one, above; 卜 divination. Story: When the sun began to set, the village prepared for the long xià night. The children gathered around the storyteller, eager for tales of heroes and monsters. It wasn’t just about the darkness that was coming; it was about the stories that would keep them safe, the warmth of community that would chase away the xià shadows.

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用 yòng - to use. Mnemonics: “Young, use your imagination” or “Yoong, use your tools”. Components: 用 use. Story: Growing up, Ming learned to yòng what he had. If there were no toys, he used his imagination. If there was no paper, he drew in the sand. His grandmother taught him that yòng ingenuity could turn any hardship into an opportunity. It wasn’t just about using material things; it was about using one’s mind, heart, and spirit to overcome any obstacle.

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巢穴

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巢穴 cháoxué - nest, den, lair. Mnemonics: “Chow shway, the nest” or “Cha shoo way, into the den”. Components: 巢 nest; 穴 cave, hole. Story: The abandoned house on the hill was rumored to be the cháoxué of a legendary fox spirit. Children dared each other to approach, whispering tales of glowing eyes and eerie laughter. But old man Wang knew the truth. It wasn’t a spirit’s lair, but the cháoxué of a family of owls, their soft hoots echoing through the empty rooms. He’d watched them raise their young, their gentle presence a reminder that even in the darkest places, life finds a way to build a home. It wasn’t a place of fear but a testament to the resilience of the living world, a secret sanctuary nestled in the heart of their village.

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吧 ba - (modal particle indicating suggestion, request, or agreement). Mnemonics: “Bah, let’s go” or “Buy a, come on”. Components: 口 mouth; 巴 cling, desire. Story: After a long day of work, Li suggested to his friend, “Let’s go eat hotpot, ba?” His friend had been hesitant, thinking of all the tasks left undone. But the warmth in Li’s voice, the shared understanding of a good meal after a hard day’s work, shifted his perspective. It wasn’t just a suggestion; it was an invitation to pause, to connect, to simply enjoy the moment. The “ba” hung in the air, a gentle nudge toward shared pleasure, changing hesitation to eagerness.

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是的 shìde - yes, that’s right. Mnemonics: “Sure duh, yes indeed” or “She duh, it is”. Components: 是 is, yes; 的 of, really. Story: Little Lin had always been told she was too imaginative, her stories too fantastical. But her grandmother, with her knowing smile, always responded with a gentle “shìde.” She wasn’t just confirming Lin’s words; she was validating her spirit, her unique way of seeing the world. To Lin, “shìde” was more than an affirmation; it was a beacon, a permission to let her creativity soar, to believe in the magic that others couldn’t see. “Shìde,” her grandma said, “anything is possible.”

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点 diǎn - dot, point, to order. Mnemonics: “Dean, point to the dot” or “Dye-an, order a little bit”. Components: 灬 fire; 占 occupy. Story: The ancient map, charred at its edges with the remnants of fire (灬), revealed a single diǎn. This diǎn, a tiny mark where generations had tried to occupy (占) the land, marked not a treasure of gold, but a story etched in time. “Dean,” the elder said, tracing the diǎn, “this is where our ancestors’ hearts burned like fire, where they fought to occupy their space.” The diǎn wasn’t just a spot on a map; it was a point of connection, a fiery testament to their resilience.

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这样 zhèyàng - like this, this way. Mnemonics: “Jeh young, like this young one” or “Jay-yang, do it this way”. Components: 这 this; 样 manner, pattern. Story: The sculptor, pointing to the clay, said, “Zhèyàng, like this, you shape the clay.” He showed how the this (这) material could be molded into a specific pattern (样). But the apprentice struggled, his hands clumsy. “Jeh young one,” the master sighed, “it’s not just about replicating this form. It’s about understanding the pattern of the clay, feeling its essence.” The zhèyàng wasn’t just a method; it was a way to harmonize with the very nature of the material.

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游戏

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游戏 yóuxì - game. Mnemonics: “Yo see, the game” or “You see, it’s a game”. Components: 游 swim, wander; 戏 play, drama. Story: In the virtual yóuxì, the player’s avatar could swim (游) through digital oceans and participate in grand dramas (戏). “Yo see,” the game’s creator said, “this isn’t just play. It’s a way to wander through new worlds, to experience stories beyond our own.” But the player found something more: a community, a place where they could swim in shared experiences and act out their dreams. The yóuxì became a bridge, a place of shared play and drama.

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狐狸

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狐狸 húli - fox. Mnemonics: “Who lee, the fox” or “Hoo-lee, sly fox”. Components: 狐 fox; 狸 badger. Story: The húli, with its cunning, was a creature of legend, often mistaken for a fox (狐) or a badger (狸). “Who lee,” the villagers whispered, as it slipped through the shadows, a blend of both creatures. But when a fire threatened the village, the húli led them to safety, its slyness used for good. It wasn’t a trickster, but a guardian, a creature of both fox and badger, protecting its home.

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家 jiā - home, family. Mnemonics: “Jah, home sweet home” or “Gee-ah, my family”. Components: 宀 roof; 豕 pig. Story: For the farmer, his jiā was more than just a house with a roof (宀); it was a place where his family, including their beloved pig (豕), lived. “Jah,” he said, looking at the sturdy roof and the penned pig, “this is where we belong.” But when a flood threatened their home, the community came together, rebuilding not just a shelter, but a shared space where every member, human and animal, was cherished. The jiā was a symbol of unity.

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部队 bùduì - troops, army. Mnemonics: “Boo dway, the troops are here” or “Boo-dway, the army’s way”. Components: 部 part, section; 队 team, line. Story: The bùduì, a collection of distinct parts (部) forming a unified team (队), marched through the city. “Boo dway,” the people chanted, their voices filled with mixed emotions. But among the soldiers was a young artist, who saw not just a military force, but a collection of individuals, each a unique part of the whole. The bùduì was a complex entity, a team of diverse sections.

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德里
德里 dé lǐ - Delhi. Mnemonics: "Deh lee, to Delhi we go" or "Day-lee, in Delhi". Components: 德 virtue; 里 inside. Story: The pilgrim traveled to dé lǐ, a city known for its ancient **virtues** (德) and hidden **inner** (里) courtyards. "Deh lee," he murmured, exploring the city’s heart. But it wasn’t just the city's beauty that moved him; it was the people’s kindness, their ability to maintain virtue within the city's inner spaces. Dé lǐ was a place where ancient virtues lived inside modern walls.
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等级
等级 děngjí - level, grade, rank. Mnemonics: "Dung gee, the level" or "Deng-gee, at this rank". Components: 等 class, rank; 级 level, grade. Story: The student studied for years, hoping to advance to the next děngjí, the next **class** (等) or **level** (级). "Dung gee," he thought, working through his assignments. But it wasn’t just about academic achievement; it was about the personal growth that came with each level, each class, each grade. The děngjí was a measure of both knowledge and character.
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快 kuài - fast, quick. Mnemonics: "Kwai, be quick" or "Kwhy, so fast". Components: 忄 heart; 夬 decisive. Story: The doctor rushed through the hospital, his **heart** (忄) pounding, his movements **decisive** (夬). "Kwai," he urged, knowing that every second mattered. But it wasn’t just about speed; it was about the urgency of life, the decisive action that could save a patient. The kuài was a measure of both speed and resolve.
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物品
物品 wùpǐn - goods, articles, items. Mnemonics: "Woo pin, the items" or "Who-pin, these goods". Components: 物 thing; 品 article, product. Story: The trader displayed his wùpǐn, each **thing** (物) a carefully crafted **article** (品). "Woo pin," he said, showing a hand-carved wooden bird. But it wasn’t just about selling goods; it was about sharing the stories behind each item, the craftsmanship, the history. The wùpǐn were more than just products; they were pieces of cultural exchange.
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知道
知道 zhīdào - to know, to be aware of. Mnemonics: "Jee dow, I know" or "Chi-dao, to know the way". Components: 知 know; 道 way, path. Story: The philosopher spoke of the importance of zhīdào, of **knowing** (知) the right **path** (道). "Jee dow," he said, "understanding comes from experience." But it wasn’t just about intellectual knowledge; it was about wisdom gained through life’s journey, knowing the way through both joy and sorrow. The zhīdào was a journey of understanding.
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德 dé - virtue, morality. Mnemonics: "Deh, have virtue" or "Day, good morality". Components: 彳 step; 十 ten; 目 eye; 一 one; 心 heart. Story: The judge, guided by dé, took each **step** (彳) with care, considered the **ten** (十) commandments, saw with the **eye** (目) of justice, treated each person as **one** (一), and acted from the **heart** (心). "Deh," he said, upholding the law. But it wasn’t just about legal rulings; it was about upholding morality, acting with a heart filled with virtue.
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却 què - but, however. Mnemonics: "Cheh, but I tried" or "Cue, however it happened". Components: 去 go; 卩 seal. Story: The young inventor worked tirelessly, trying to make his machine fly. "Què," he sighed, watching it fall, "but it won’t stay airborne." He’d watched it **go** (去), and placed the final **seal** (卩) of completion, but it still failed. But it wasn’t just about the failed attempt; it was about the perseverance, the lessons learned from each failure.
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所以
所以 suǒyǐ - therefore, so. Mnemonics: "So ee, therefore" or "Saw-ee, so it is". Components: 所 place; 以 use. Story: The detective examined the crime scene, noting every detail, every **place** (所) where something was used. "Suǒyǐ," he concluded, "therefore, the suspect must have entered through this window." He'd found the place, and how it was used. But it wasn’t just about solving a crime; it was about piecing together the truth, using logic and deduction.
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训练
训练 xùnliàn - to train, training. Mnemonics: "Soon lien, to train hard" or "Shun-lee-an, training and practicing". Components: 训 instruct; 练 practice. Story: The martial artist underwent rigorous xùnliàn, receiving **instructions** (训) and engaging in relentless **practice**
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然后
然后 ránhòu - then, afterwards. Mnemonics: "Ran hoe, and then" or "Ron-how, then it will happen". Components: 然 correct, so; 后 behind, after. Story: The chef prepared the ingredients, ránhòu began to cook. "Ránhòu," he whispered, as he added the final touch. But it wasn't just about following a recipe; it was about passion, creativity, and the ability to transform simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. The ránhòu was a moment of transformation.
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可能
可能 kěnéng - possible, maybe. Mnemonics: "Keh nung, it's possible" or "Can-ung, maybe it can happen". Components: 可 can, may; 能 able, can. Story: The explorer gazed at the distant mountains, wondering if it was kěnéng to reach the summit. "Kěnéng," he whispered, as he took his first step. But it wasn't just about physical achievement; it was about courage, resilience, and the willingness to face the unknown. The kěnéng was a spark of
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哥布林
哥布林 (gē bi lín) - Goblin. Refers to a type of in-game monster. Mnemonics: "Gob blin" or "Go blinn." Components: This is a standalone word. Example: "哥布林是游戏中的常见怪物" (Goblins are common monsters in the game). Story: In the forests of Moonlight Sculptor, there was a mischievous goblin named Gē Bi Lín who loved to play tricks on players. He would "gob blin" their weapons and then laugh as they tried to "go blinn" him with their bare fists.
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姆 (mǔ) - M, mother. Refers to the letter "m" or "mother." Mnemonics: "Moo" or "Mom." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "姆姆的攻击力很高" (Mum's attack power is very high). Story: In the land of Moonlight Sculptor, there was a powerful player named Mǔ who was known as "Moo" because of her cow-like strength. She would "mom"-ently appear to save her teammates, leaving everyone in awe.
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海 (hǎi) - Sea, ocean. Refers to the ocean or a large body of water. Mnemonics: "Hi" or "Hey." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "海边是发现物品的好地方" (The seaside is a great place to find items). Story: A player named Hǎi was known for his love of the sea. He would shout "Hi!" to his friends as he dove into the waves and then "hey!" as he emerged with a rare item in hand.
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这些
这些 (zhè xiē) - These, these things. Refers to specific items or things. Mnemonics: "Jay she ah" or "Jeh she eh." Components: 指 (point) + 示 (show). Example: "这些物品可以提升力量" (These items can increase strength). Story: A player named Zhè Xiē was known for his pointing skills. He would "jay she ah" to show his friends where to go and then "jeh she eh" as they discovered hidden treasures together.
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布 (bù) - Cloth, fabric. Refers to cloth or fabric. Mnemonics: "Boo" or "Buh." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "布可以用来制作服装" (Cloth can be used to make clothes). Story: In the land of Moonlight Sculptor, there was a tailor named Bù who was known for his ghostly "boo!" scares. He would "buh"-tton up his shirts and then disappear, leaving players to wonder if he was real or just a spectral seamster.
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如此
如此 (rú cǐ) - Such, thus. Indicates a degree or manner. Mnemonics: "Roo see" or "Ru tsi." Components: 如 (like) + 此 (this). Example: "如此强大的力量" (Such great strength). Story: A player named Rú Cǐ was known for his comparisons. He would say, "Roo see, this is how it's done!" and then shout, "Ru tsi!" as he demonstrated his skills, leaving everyone in awe.
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士兵
士兵 (shì bīng) - Soldier. Refers to a soldier or warrior. Mnemonics: "Sure ping" or "Shih ping." Components: 士 (scholar) + 兵 (soldier). Example: "士兵是游戏中的基本职业" (Soldiers are a basic class in the game). Story: In the land of Moonlight Sculptor, there was a soldier named Shì Bīng who was known for his "sure ping" accuracy in battle. He would "shih ping" his enemies with precision, leaving them no chance to escape.
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职业
职业 (zhí yè) - Profession, class. Refers to a character's class or profession. Mnemonics: "Jill yeah" or "Zhree yeh." Components: 职 (duty) + 业 (profession). Example: "选择职业可以提升力量" (Choosing a class can increase strength). Story: A player named Zhí Yè was known for his career choices. He would say, "Jill yeah, let's be a warrior!" and then shout, "Zhree yeh!" as he charged into battle, his duties clear and his profession proud.
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力量
力量 (lì liàng) - Strength, power. Refers to physical or mental strength. Mnemonics: "Lee long" or "Lye lyang." Components: 力 (power) + 量 (quantity). Example: "力量是提升的关键" (Strength is the key to improvement). Story: In the land of Moonlight Sculptor, there was a player named Lì Liàng who was known for his "lee long" punches and "lye lyang" kicks. His strength was legendary, and players would gather to watch him train, hoping to learn his secrets.
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时间
时间 (shí jiān) - Time. Refers to time or duration. Mnemonics: "Sure gian" or "Shih gian." Components: 十 (ten) + 寸 (inch). Example: "时间足够的话可以提升等级" (With enough time, you can level up). Story: A player named Shí Jiān was known for his time management. He would say, "Sure gian, let's go!" and then shout, "Shih gian!" as he completed quests in record time, leaving others to wonder how he did it.
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还是
还是 (hái shì) - Still, yet. Indicates a continuation or remainder. Mnemonics: "Hi sure" or "Hey shar." Components: 亥 (a type of animal) + 氏 (clan). Example: "还是继续训练吧" (Let's continue training). Story: A player named Hái Shì was known for his persistence. He would say, "Hi sure, let's keep going!" and then shout, "Hey shar!" as he defeated yet another boss, his determination never wavering.
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提升
提升 (tí shēng) - Upgrade, improve. Refers to enhancing or increasing something. Mnemonics: "Tee shung" or "Tye sheng." Components: 提 (raise) + 升 (ascend). Example: "提升等级可以增加力量" (Leveling up can increase strength). Story: A player named Tí Shēng was known for his upgrades. He would say, "Tee shung, let's rise!" and then shout, "Tye sheng!" as he ascended to new heights, his power growing with each level.
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发现
发现 (fā xìan) - Discover, find. Refers to finding or uncovering something. Mnemonics: "Fa hsien" or "Fah shen." Components: 发 (发) + 现 (appear). Example: "发现了隐藏的物品" (Found hidden items). Story: A player named Fā Xiàn was known for his discoveries. He would say, "Fa hsien, look here!" and then shout, "Fah shen!" as he uncovered a hidden treasure, his excitement contagious.
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它们
它们 (tā men) - They, them. Refers to a group or objects. Mnemonics: "Tah man" or "Taa men." Components: 他 (he) + 门 (gate). Example: "它们是游戏中的敌人" (They are enemies in the game). Story: A player named Tā Men was known for his team management. He would say, "Tah man, let's go!" and then shout, "Taa men!" as he led his team to victory, his leadership inspiring confidence.
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一些
一些 (yì xiē) - Some, a few. Refers to a small quantity. Mnemonics: "Ee she ah" or "Yee she eh." Components: 一 (one) + 乀 (a particle). Example: "一些物品可以提升力量" (Some items can increase strength). Story: A player named Yì Xiē was known for his selective choices. He would say, "Ee she ah, let's take these!" and then shout, "Yee she eh!" as he collected the best items, his selections always spot on.
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完成
完成 | wán chéng | complete/finish | 完 (roof + spear) + 成 (mouth + nail). A warrior (spear) under a roof nailed his mouth shut to "complete" his vow of silence.
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森 (sēn) - Forest. Mnemonics: "Sun in a sēn tree" or "Seen three woods." Components: Three 木 (tree) characters stacked. Example: 森林深处有狼嚎 (Deep in the forest wolves howl). Story: A prince named Sen got lost in his own crown-shaped forest, shouting "I'm here!" until a wolf asked him to stop blocking the sun with his many trees.
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狼 (láng) - Wolf. Mnemonics: "Lawn growls" or "Wolf's lullaby." Components: 犭(dog radical) + 仓 (warehouse). Example: 骑士的狼骑兵冲向城堡 (The knight's wolf cavalry charged the castle). Story: A bard named Lang sang so off-key wolves followed him everywhere, mistaking his warbling for hunting calls.
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感到
感到 (gǎn dào) - To feel. Mnemonics: "Gonna do a sense check" or "Sensed toward danger." Components: 感 (feel) + 到 (arrive). Example: 他感到生命即将结束 (He felt life fading). Story: A monk's meditation made him hyper-sensitive—when he "gained dough" from sensing too much, he literally floated away.
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东西
东西 (dōng xī) - Thing/item. Mnemonics: "Dong key to treasure" or "Donkey xi." Components: 东 (east) + 西 (west). Example: 这里所有东西都被烹饪过 (Everything here was cooked). Story: A merchant carried east-west magic keys in his pockets, but they only opened doors to more doors until he realized "dong-xi" meant the keys were useless.
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无法
无法 (wú fǎ) - Impossible. Mnemonics: "Woo-ffa lawbreakers" or "No path ahead." Components: 无 (none) + 法 (law). Example: 即使是骑士也无法独自完成 (Even knights can't do this alone). Story: A judge's wife banned all laws in their marriage, shouting "wufa!" until their castle became a chaotic utopia of pet rocks.
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得 (dé) - To gain. Mnemonics: "Dare to get" or "Dee the achiever." Components: 徳 (simplified from 得). Example: 他得到所有钱但失去生命 (He gained wealth but lost his life). Story: A miser named Dee hoarded everything until even dust thanked him, whispering "You've got it all now—except breath."
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这里
这里 (zhè lǐ) - Here. Mnemonics: "Jerry Lee's place" or "This li." Components: 这 (this) + 里 (inside). Example: 骑士说这就是宝藏所在地 (The knight said this is where treasure lies). Story: A ghost named Jerry Li haunted a castle but got stuck repeating "zheli zheli" until guests mistook him for a tour guide.
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婷 (tíng) - Graceful (name suffix). Mnemonics: "Ting bell beauty" or "Ding ting harmony." Components: 女 (woman) + 壎 (music note). Example: 茜婷是宫廷的烹饪大师 (Qian Ting is the court's chef). Story: A princess named Ting accidentally sang opera notes that made flowers bloom, earning her title as the castle's living music box.
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杂草
杂草 (zá cǎo) - Weeds. Mnemonics: "Za cow eats grass" or "Zah course greens." Components: 杂 (mixed) + 草 (grass). Example: 这里的杂草甚至比生命还顽强 (The weeds here are stronger than life itself). Story: A knight trained his horse to eat weeds but it grew into a monster that said, "Zacow rules!"
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克 (kè) - Kilogram. Mnemonics: "Kake cake weight" or "Key mass." Components: 父 (father) + 十 (ten). Example: 这个骑士的剑重一千克 (The knight's sword weighs one kilo). Story: A baker dad made ten cakes per day, shouting "kèkè!" until his son thought the word meant "cake math."
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莱 (cài) - Vegetable. Mnemonics: "Caiy me a salad" or "Sigh lettuces." Components: 艹 (plant) + 来 (come). Example: 烹饪时甚至要切碎杂草当莱 (Chop weeds like veggies when cooking). Story: A chef named Cay mistook poison ivy for lettuce, creating a dish that made the castle sneeze in unison.
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骑士
骑士 (qí shì) - Knight. Mnemonics: "Cheese shield warrior" or "Kick she's a hero." Components: 马 (horse) + 式 (style). Example: 这位骑士无法独自战斗 (This knight can't fight alone). Story: A cheese-obsessed knight rode a horse-shaped cheese platter until it melted, leaving him riding in a sticky chivalry lesson.
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维 (wéi) - Maintain. Mnemonics: "Wei the guardian" or "Way to preserve." Components: 维 (thread) + 矛 (spear). Example: 维持生命需要勇气 (Maintaining life takes courage). Story: A threadbare tailor named Wei sewed armor with spider silk, shouting "wei-wei!" until his creations moved on their own.
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就是
就是 (jiù shì) - Exactly. Mnemonics: "Jewess yes!" or "Joy seize the moment." Components: 就 (already) + 是 (is). Example: 这就是我们该做的 (This is what we should do). Story: A jeweler named June Shi always answered yes to every request, until her shop became a chaotic Yes-Yes Museum.
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的话
的话 (de huà) - If. Mnemonics: "De hwa condition" or "Day wa scenario." Components: 的 + 话 (words). Example: 如果这里有狼的话就跑 (Run if there are wolves here). Story: A grammarian named De Hua turned every sentence into a conditional clause, causing the castle to exist in infinite hypothetical loops.
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一样
一样 (yī yàng) - Same. Mnemonics: "Yee young twin" or "Ee-yang mirror." Components: 一 (one) + 样 (example). Example: 骑士和狼一样凶猛 (The knight is as fierce as wolves). Story: Twins Yiyang and YiYang argued over who was the real one until a mirror showed them both, creating a three-way identity crisis.
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烹饪
烹饪 (pēng rèn) - Cook. Mnemonics: "Peng rain flames" or "Ping ring sizzle." Components: 火 (fire) + 丶 (dot). Example: 烹饪需要耐心和生命 (Cooking needs patience and life). Story: A chef named Peng Ren accidentally set his kitchen on fire every day, but guests loved the smoky flavor so much they brought their own extinguishers.
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利 (lì) - Sharp/profit. Mnemonics: "Lee's blade" or "Lih advantageous." Components: 刂 (blade radical). Example: 这把剑太利了会伤人 (This sword is too sharp to handle). Story: A blacksmith named Lee made blades that whispered, "Lih lih," until his swords could argue over who was sharpest.
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特 (tè) - Special. Mnemonics: "Tay extra" or "Teh unique." Components: 特 (simplified standalone char). Example: 这里有特制烹饪秘方 (There's a special cooking recipe here). Story: A chef created a sauce so unique it made the castle's walls taste like pudding, leading to accidental eating contests.
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所有
所有 (suǒ yǒu) - All. Mnemonics: "Sow you have everything" or "So you own all." Components: 所 (place) + 有 (have). Example: 所有钱都花在烹饪上 (All money went into cooking). Story: A greedy king named Sower Yu buried coins everywhere but forgot where, becoming a literal "soyou've-lost-all" ruler.
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钱 (qián) - Money. Mnemonics: "Chee-en treasure" or "Chien coins." Components: 钅 (gold radical) + 千 (thousand). Example: 即使有钱也无法买到生命 (Money can't buy life). Story: A dragon hoarded gold coins that sang, "qiyan qiyan," until they turned into real money trees attracting thieves who only wanted the song.
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甚至
甚至 (cóng běn) - Even. Mnemonics: "Corn bean extreme" or "Sung ben's exaggeration." Components: 从 (from) + 本 (origin). Example: 即使是最弱的狼也能战斗 (Even the weakest wolf can fight). Story: A farmer named Corn Ben said his crops were so big they reached the moon, but villagers only believed when a giant corn stalk grew out of the castle roof.
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生命
生命 (shēng mìng) - Life. Mnemonics: "Sheng ming vital force" or "Sing meing's song." Components: 生 (live) + 命 (fate). Example: 骑士为保护生命战斗到底 (The knight fought to protect life). Story: A bard named Sheng Ming sang lullabies that revived plants, but when he fell silent, the world turned to stone until a wolf howled the final note.
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尽管
尽管 (jǐn guǎn) - Despite. Mnemonics: "Jin gun defiance" or "Guan despite." Components: 尽 (complete) + 管 (tobacco pipe). Example: 尽管有危险还是要去战斗 (Fight despite danger). Story: A knight named Jin Guan smoked a pipe that gave him visions, but the smoke also made his armor glitter, confusing enemies into thinking he was a ghostly dragon.
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接受
接受 (jiē shòu) - Accept, receive. Means to take or agree with something. Mnemonics: "Jee-uh show" or "Jie shou." Components: 接 (receive) + 受 (suffer). Example: "接受任务可以获得奖励" (Accepting quests gives rewards). Story: A player named Jiē Shòu once shouted, "Jee-uh show!" as he accepted a challenging quest, and his "jie shou" determination led him to victory.
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不是
不是 (bù shì) - Not, is not. Indicates negation or refusal. Mnemonics: "Boo she" or "Bu she." Components: 不 (not) + 是 (is). Example: "不是所有玩家都能升级" (Not all players can level up). Story: A player named Bù Shì was known for his "boo she" refusals and would "bu she" shout whenever he declined a weaker ally's request to join his team.
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正在
正在 (zhèng zài) - Is in the process of, ongoing. Indicates an action in progress. Mnemonics: "Jeng zai" or "Zheng zay." Components: 正 (correct) + 在 (at). Example: "正在训练中" (Currently training). Story: A player named Zhèng Zài was known for his "jeng zai" focus and would "zheng zay" shout whenever he was in the middle of a critical mission.
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或 (huò) - Or, either. Indicates a choice between options. Mnemonics: "Huo" or "Whoa." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "选择升级或获得物品" (Choose to level up or get items). Story: A player named Huò was known for his "huo" decisions and would "whoa" shout whenever he had to make a tough choice.
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水平
水平 (shuǐ píng) - Level, standard. Refers to the rank or skill level. Mnemonics: "Shway ping" or "Shoo ping." Components: 水 (water) + 平 (level). Example: "提高水平可以击败更强的敌人" (Improving your level allows you to defeat stronger enemies). Story: A player named Shuǐ Píng was known for his "shway ping" strategies and would "shoo ping" shout whenever he leveled up.
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皇家
皇家 (huáng jiā) - Royal. Refers to something related to a king or monarchy. Mnemonics: "Hwong jah" or "Howong gia." Components: 皇 (emperor) + 家 (family). Example: "皇家部队是游戏中的精英" (The royal squad is the elite in the game). Story: A player named Huáng Jiā was known for his "hwong jah" commands and would "howong gia" shout whenever he led his royal troops to victory.
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爵士
爵士 (jué shì) - Jazz, but here refers to a noble rank. Mnemonics: "Jue shi" or "Joo shay." Components: 爵 (noble rank) + 士 (scholar). Example: "爵士是游戏中的高级职业" (Knights are advanced classes in the game). Story: A player named Jué Shì was known for his "jue shi" elegance and would "joo shay" shout whenever he executed a noble maneuver.
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帕 (pā) - A particle indicating a passive tone. Mnemonics: "Pa" or "Pah." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "被动技能被称为'帕'状态" (Passive skills are called "pa" states). Story: A player named Pā was known for his "pa" patience and would "pah" shout whenever he activated a passive skill.
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中的
中的 (zhōng de) - Of, from. Indicates possession or origin. Mnemonics: "Jong duh" or "Zhong duh." Components: 中 (middle) + 的 (of). Example: "中的玩家拥有高水平" (Players from here have high levels). Story: A player named Zhōng De was known for his "jong duh" pride and would "zhong duh" shout whenever he represented his guild.
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必须
必须 (bì xū) - Must, have to. Indicates necessity. Mnemonics: "Bee shoo" or "Bi xoo." Components: 必 (must) + 须 (should). Example: "必须完成任务才能升级" (Must complete quests to level up). Story: A player named Bì Xū was known for his "bee shoo" urgency and would "bi xoo" shout whenever he emphasized the importance of a task.
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又 (yòu) - Again, also. Indicates repetition or addition. Mnemonics: "You" or "Yo." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "又一次提升了等级" (Leveled up again). Story: A player named Yòu was known for his "you" persistence and would "yo" shout whenever he repeated a successful strategy.
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达到
达到 (dá dào) - Reach, attain. Means to achieve something. Mnemonics: "Da dao" or "Dah dow." Components: 达 (reach) + 到 (arrive). Example: "达到最高水平需要时间" (Reaching the highest level takes time). Story: A player named Dá Dào was known for his "da dao" determination and would "dah dow" shout whenever he achieved a new milestone.
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沃 (wò) - Fertile land. Refers to rich or abundant resources. Mnemonics: "Wo" or "Woh." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "沃地是资源丰富的地方" (Fertile land is rich in resources). Story: A player named Wò was known for his "wo" wisdom and would "woh" shout whenever he discovered a hidden treasure trove.
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升级
升级 (shēng jí) - Level up, upgrade. Means to increase in rank or power. Mnemonics: "Shung jee" or "Sheng jee." Components: 升 (ascend) + 级 (rank). Example: "升级后力量会增加" (After leveling up, strength increases). Story: A player named Shēng Jí was known for his "shung jee" excitement and would "sheng jee" shout whenever he leveled up.
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呢 (ne) - A particle indicating emphasis or inquiry. Mnemonics: "Neh" or "Nay." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "你呢?" (And you?). Story: A player named Ne was known for his "neh" questions and would "nay" shout whenever he asked for confirmation.
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流 (liú) - Flow, stream. Refers to movement or continuity. Mnemonics: "Lee-oo" or "Lyou." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "流畅的游戏体验" (Smooth gameplay). Story: A player named Liú was known for his "lee-oo" smoothness and would "lyou" shout whenever he executed a flawless combo.
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瓦特
瓦特 (wǎ tè) - Watt, a unit of power. Mnemonics: "Wa teh" or "Wah teh." Components: This is a standalone word. Example: "瓦特表示游戏中的能量" (Watt represents energy in the game). Story: A player named Wǎ Tè was known for his "wa teh" energy and would "wah teh" shout whenever he unleashed a powerful attack.
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一点
一点 (yī diǎn) - A little, some. Indicates a small amount. Mnemonics: "Ee dyan" or "Yee dyan." Components: 一 (one) + 点 (dot). Example: "一点提升也很重要" (Every little improvement matters). Story: A player named Yī Diǎn was known for his "ee dyan" precision and would "yee dyan" shout whenever he made a small but crucial adjustment.
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只是
只是 (zhǐ shì) - Only, merely. Indicates limitation or simplicity. Mnemonics: "Jee shih" or "Zhree shih." Components: 只 (only) + 是 (is). Example: "只是一个简单的任务" (It's just a simple quest). Story: A player named Zhǐ Shì was known for his "jee shih" humility and would "zhree shih" shout whenever he downplayed his achievements.
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那些
那些 (nà xiē) - Those, those things. Refers to specific items or people. Mnemonics: "Na sheh" or "Nah sheh." Components: 那 (that) +些 (some). Example: "那些物品可以帮助提升等级" (Those items can help level up). Story: A player named Nà Xiē was known for his "na sheh" selections and would "nah sheh" shout whenever he chose the best items.
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为什么
为什么 (wèi shén me) - Why, reason. Indicates a question or explanation. Mnemonics: "Way shen meh" or "Wei shen meh." Components: 为 (because) + 什么 (what). Example: "为什么你没有升级?" (Why haven't you leveled up?). Story: A player named Wèi Shén Me was known for his "way shen meh" curiosity and would "wei shen meh" shout whenever he asked for reasons.
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告诉
告诉 (gào su) - Tell, inform. Means to communicate information. Mnemonics: "Gow soo" or "Gao soo." Components: 告 (tell) + 诉 (speak). Example: "告诉我你的策略" (Tell me your strategy). Story: A player named Gào Su was known for his "gow soo" explanations and would "gao soo" shout whenever he shared his plans.
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离开
离开 (lí kāi) - Leave, depart. Means to go away. Mnemonics: "Lee kai" or "Lih kai." Components: 离 (leave) + 开 (open). Example: "离开游戏之前别忘了保存" (Don't forget to save before leaving the game). Story: A player named Lí Kāi was known for his "lee kai" farewells and would "lih kai" shout whenever he logged off.
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地方
地方 (dì fāng) - Place, location. Refers to a specific area. Mnemonics: "Dee fang" or "Dih fang." Components: 地 (earth) + 方 (direction). Example: "地方经验可以帮助提升等级" (Local experience can help level up). Story: A player named Dì Fāng was known for his "dee fang" navigation and would "dih fang" shout whenever he discovered a new location.
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扎 (zhā) - Stake, pierce. Refers to a sharp thrust or investment. Mnemonics: "Jah" or "Zhah." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "扎进敌人阵营" (Charge into the enemy camp). Story: A player named Zhā was known for his "jah" bravery and would "zhah" shout whenever he led a daring charge.
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韩元
韩元 | hán yuán | Korean won | 韩 (Korea) + 元 (money) = "Korea’s money."
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稻草人
稻草人 | dào cǎo rén | scarecrow | 稻 (rice) + 草 (grass) + 人 (person) = "Rice grass person = scarecrow in a field."
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大陆
大陆 | dà lù | continent | 大 (big) + 陆 (land) = "Big land = continent."
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认为
认为 (wéi xī) - Think, believe. Indicates an opinion or belief. Mnemonics: "Way she" or "Wei she." Components: 为 (because) + 想 (think). Example: "我认为可以通过训练来提升等级" (I think training can help level up). Story: A player named Wéi Xī was known for his "way she" insights and would "wei she" shout whenever he shared his strategic thoughts.
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导师
导师 (dǎo shī) - Mentor, coach. Refers to a guide or teacher. Mnemonics: "Dow shir" or "Dao shir." Components: 导 (guide) + 师 (teacher). Example: "导师可以帮助新手提升水平" (A mentor can help beginners improve). Story: A player named Dǎo Shī was known for his "dow shir" patience and would "dao shir" shout whenever he guided a new player to victory.
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先生
先生 (xiān sheng) - Mister, sir. A polite title for a man. Mnemonics: "Shen shung" or "Sheen sheng." Components: 先 (before) + 生 (life). Example: "先生是游戏中的尊称" (Mister is a title of respect in the game). Story: A player named Xiān Sheng was known for his "shen shung" politeness and would "sheen sheng" shout whenever he greeted his allies with respect.
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位 (wèi) - Position, place. Refers to a location or rank. Mnemonics: "Way" or "Wei." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "位居高位可以看到整个战场" (Being in a high position allows you to see the whole battlefield). Story: A player named Wèi was known for his "way" strategies and would "wei" shout whenever he secured a advantageous position.
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女孩
女孩 (nǚ hái) - Girl. Refers to a young female. Mnemonics: "Noo high" or "Noo hai." Components: 女 (female) + 孩 (child). Example: "女孩在游戏中也可以成为强大的战士" (Girls can also be strong warriors in the game). Story: A player named Nǚ Hái was known for her "noo high" agility and would "noo hai" shout whenever she outmaneuvered her opponents.
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新 (xīn) - New. Indicates something recent or fresh. Mnemonics: "Shin" or "Sheen." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "新玩家需要时间来适应游戏" (New players need time to get used to the game). Story: A player named Xīn was known for his "shin" curiosity and would "sheen" shout whenever he discovered something new.
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情况
情况 (qíng kuàng) - Situation, condition. Refers to the current state or circumstances. Mnemonics: "Ching kwang" or "Qing kwong." Components: 情 (feeling) + 况 (condition). Example: "情况不利时需要迅速撤退" (When the situation is unfavorable, retreat quickly). Story: A player named Qíng Kuàng was known for his "ching kwang" awareness and would "qing kwong" shout whenever he assessed the battlefield.
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问道
问道 (wèn dào) - Ask the way, inquire. Means to ask for directions or information. Mnemonics: "Wen dao" or "When dow." Components: 问 (ask) + 道 (way). Example: "问道于其他玩家可以获得帮助" (Asking other players for directions can get you help). Story: A player named Wèn Dào was known for his "wen dao" curiosity and would "when dow" shout whenever he sought advice from his peers.
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这种
这种 (zhè zhǒng) - This kind, such. Indicates a specific type or category. Mnemonics: "Jeh jong" or "Zhuh zhong." Components: 这 (this) + 种 (kind). Example: "这种物品可以提升力量" (This kind of item can increase strength). Story: A player named Zhè Zhǒng was known for his "jeh jong" selections and would "zhuh zhong" shout whenever he identified a rare item.
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提高
提高 (tí gāo) - Improve, enhance. Means to make something better. Mnemonics: "Tee gow" or "Tih gao." Components: 提 (raise) + 高 (high). Example: "提高水平可以击败更强的敌人" (Improving your level allows you to defeat stronger enemies). Story: A player named Tí Gāo was known for his "tee gow" determination and would "tih gao" shout whenever he achieved a new personal best.
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教官
教官 (jiáo guān) - Instructor, coach. Refers to a teacher or trainer. Mnemonics: "Jiao gwan" or "Jow gwan." Components: 教 (teach) + 官 (officer). Example: "教官可以帮助玩家提升技能" (Instructors can help players improve their skills). Story: A player named Jiáo Guān was known for his "jiao gwan" discipline and would "jow gwan" shout whenever he drilled his team to perfection.
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艺术
艺术 (yì shù) - Art, skill. Refers to a creative or technical skill. Mnemonics: "Ee shoo" or "Yee shoo." Components: 艺 (art) + 术 (skill). Example: "艺术是游戏中的特殊技能" (Art is a special skill in the game). Story: A player named Yì Shù was known for his "ee shoo" creativity and would "yee shoo" shout whenever he executed a beautiful combo.
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艾 (ài) - Ah, a particle expressing hesitation. Mnemonics: "I" or "Aye." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "艾,这个任务有点难" (Ah, this quest is a bit difficult). Story: A player named Ài was known for his "i" pauses and would "aye" shout whenever he hesitated before making a move.
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琳 (lín) - A name, often used for females. Mnemonics: "Lin" or "Lynn." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "琳是游戏中的一个角色" (Lin is a character in the game). Story: A player named Lín was known for her "lin" agility and would "lynn" shout whenever she dodged an attack with grace.
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大师
大师 (dà shī) - Master, expert. Refers to a highly skilled individual. Mnemonics: "Da shir" or "Dah shir." Components: 大 (big) + 师 (teacher). Example: "大师级玩家拥有极高的水平" (Master-level players have very high standards). Story: A player named Dà Shī was known for his "da shir" mastery and would "dah shir" shout whenever he demonstrated his expertise.
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月光
月光 (yuè guāng) - Moonlight. Refers to the light of the moon. Mnemonics: "Yue gwang" or "Yoo gwong." Components: 月 (moon) + 光 (light). Example: "月光为游戏增添了神秘感" (Moonlight adds mystery to the game). Story: A player named Yuè Guāng was known for his "yue gwang" stealth and would "yoo gwong" shout whenever he moved undetected under the light of the moon.
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对于
对于 (duì yú) - Regarding, about. Indicates relation to something. Mnemonics: "Dway yoo" or "Dui yoo." Components: 对 (correct) + 于 (at). Example: "对于新玩家来说,提升等级需要时间" (For new players, leveling up takes time). Story: A player named Duì Yú was known for his "dway yoo" focus and would "dui yoo" shout whenever he addressed a specific topic.
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由于
由于 (yóu yú) - Because of, due to. Indicates a reason or cause. Mnemonics: "You yoo" or "Yow yoo." Components: 由 (cause) + 于 (at). Example: "由于训练充分,玩家水平提高了" (Due to thorough training, the player's level improved). Story: A player named Yóu Yú was known for his "you yoo" explanations and would "yow yoo" shout whenever he explained the reasons behind his success.
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于 (yú) - At, in. Indicates a location or time. Mnemonics: "You" or "Yoo." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "于游戏中不断提升" (Continuously improve in the game). Story: A player named Yú was known for his "you" persistence and would "yoo" shout whenever he focused on his goals.
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要求
要求 (yāo qiu) - Demand, request. Means to ask for something. Mnemonics: "Yao chio" or "Yow chio." Components: 要 (want) + 求 (request). Example: "要求更高的水平需要更多的练习" (Demanding a higher level requires more practice). Story: A player named Yāo Qiu was known for his "yao chio" ambition and would "yow chio" shout whenever he set new challenges for himself.
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通过
通过 (tōng guò) - Through, via. Indicates a method or passage. Mnemonics: "Toong gwo" or "Tong gwo." Components: 通 (pass) + 过 (past). Example: "通过不断训练可以提升等级" (Through constant training, you can level up). Story: A player named Tōng Guò was known for his "toong gwo" perseverance and would "tong gwo" shout whenever he pushed through difficult times.
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几乎
几乎 (jī hū) - Almost, nearly. Indicates something close to happening. Mnemonics: "Jee hoo" or "Ji hoo." Components: 几 (how many) + 乎 (a particle). Example: "几乎达到下一个等级" (Almost reached the next level). Story: A player named Jī Hū was known for his "jee hoo" excitement and would "ji hoo" shout whenever he was on the brink of a breakthrough.
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起来
起来 (qǐ lái) - to get up, to rise. Mnemonics: "Quit lying" or "Quickly leave". Components: 起 (to rise) + 来 (to come). Example: "我起来了" (I got up). Story: Qǐ Lái, a sleepy panda, finally quit lying in bed and rose to the challenge of finishing his morning jog, only to realize he was still in his pajamas.
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兵 (bīng) - soldier, army. Mnemonics: "Bring" or "Bing's gang". Components: 兵 (soldier) + no components. Example: "军队的兵" (The army's soldiers). Story: Bing, a clumsy soldier, kept tripping over his own feet, but his comrades still called him "Bring-it-on Bing" for his bravery in the face of danger.
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一下
一下 (yī xià) - once, one time. Mnemonics: "Eye see ya" or "One shot". Components: 一 (one) + 下 (below). Example: "我一下就输了" (I lost once). Story: Yī Xià, a novice gamer, won the championship once, but then lost his next 10 matches, prompting his friends to chant "Eye see ya, Yī Xià, Eye see ya" whenever he played.
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价值
价值 (jià zhí) - value, worth. Mnemonics: "Jazz this" or "Jazz is worth". Components: 价 (price) + 值 (value). Example: "这个物品的价值很高" (This item is very valuable). Story: Jià Zhí, a struggling artist, finally found the value in her work when a collector offered her a handsome sum for a single piece, prompting her to exclaim "Jazz this! My art is worth it!"
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时候
时候 (shí hòu) - time, moment. Mnemonics: "Shy how" or "Show hour". Components: 时 (time) + 侯 (official). Example: "我在时候到了" (I arrived on time). Story: Shí Hòu, a punctual clockmaker, was so shy about showing off his new timepiece that he hid it in his pocket, only to realize it was the exact hour his friends were waiting for him.
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即使
即使 (jí shì) - even if, even though. Mnemonics: "Jig is" or "Just is". Components: 即 (just) + 使 (to make). Example: "即使我不喜欢也要去" (I'll go even if I don't like it). Story: Jí Shì, a stubborn chef, refused to compromise on his recipe, even if it meant his customers wouldn't like it, insisting "Jig is what I make, and that's that!"
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小马
小马 (xiǎo mǎ) - little horse. Mnemonics: "Show me" or "Small mare". Components: 小 (small) + 马 (horse). Example: "小马跑得很快" (The little horse runs very fast). Story: Xiǎo Mǎ, a tiny but spirited horse, showed off its speed by outrunning a group of playful puppies, earning the nickname "Show me, little one!"
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应该
应该 (yīng gāi) - should, ought to. Mnemonics: "Ying to go" or "You go, I'll stay". Components: 应 (to respond) + 该 (to be suitable). Example: "我应该去参加会议" (I should attend the meeting). Story: Yīng Gāi, a responsible employee, should have gone to the meeting, but instead stayed home to watch his favorite TV show, only to realize he missed an important announcement.
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相信
相信 (xiāng xìn) - to believe. Mnemonics: "Shang Xing" or "X marks the spot". Components: 信 (to believe) + 亲 (to be close). Example: "我相信你" (I believe you). Story: Xiāng Xìn, a trusting friend, believed her friend's wild story about finding a hidden treasure, only to realize it was just a silly joke, but still appreciated the effort.
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值 (zhí) - worth, value. Mnemonics: "Zee value" or "Zee is worth". Components: 值 (value) + no components. Example: "这个物品的值很高" (This item is very valuable). Story: Zhí, a savvy investor, knew the value of a good deal and always looked for the best return on investment, earning the nickname "Zee value master".
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得到
得到 (dé dào) - to get, to obtain. Mnemonics: "Dee do" or "Deed to do". Components: 得 (to get) + 到 (to arrive). Example: "我得到了一份工作" (I got a job). Story: Dé Dào, a hardworking student, finally obtained her dream job after months of searching, and celebrated by doing a little dance, exclaiming "Dee do, I did it!"
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希望
希望 (xī wàng) - hope. Mnemonics: "Shine on" or "X marks the spot". Components: 希 (to hope) + 望 (to look). Example: "我希望明天好天气" (I hope the weather will be good tomorrow). Story: Xī Wàng, a hopeful optimist, always looked on the bright side, even when faced with challenges, and her friends would chant "Shine on, Xī Wàng, shine on" whenever she needed a boost.
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苏 (sū) - to revive, to recover. Mnemonics: "Soothe" or "Soo the soul". Components: 苏 (to revive) + no components. Example: "我苏醒了" (I woke up). Story: Sū, a skilled healer, used her knowledge of herbs to soothe the soul of a wounded warrior, helping him recover from his injuries.
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惩罚
惩罚 (chéng fá) - punishment, penalty. Mnemonics: "Cheng fare" or "Cheng for fare". Components: 惩 (to punish) + 罚 (penalty). Example: "他受到惩罚" (He received punishment). Story: Chéng Fá, a strict teacher, enforced a penalty system in her classroom, but her students still managed to find ways to "Cheng fare" and get out of trouble.
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仍然
仍然 (rèn rén) - still, yet. Mnemonics: "Ren ren" or "Renew again". Components: 仍 (still) + 人 (person). Example: "我仍然很疲劳" (I'm still very tired). Story: Rèn Rén, a persistent athlete, still felt tired after the marathon, but vowed to renew her training and try again.
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那里
那里 (nà lǐ) - there, in that place. Mnemonics: "Nah lee" or "Naughty liar". Components: 那 (that) + 里 (inside). Example: "我在那里等你" (I'm waiting for you there). Story: Nà Lǐ, a curious explorer, discovered a hidden cave in that place, but had to navigate through the dark and narrow passages to get there, earning the nickname "Naughty liar" for her adventurous spirit.
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一直
一直 (zhí jiāng) - always, continuously. Mnemonics: "Zee jacket" or "Zee jacket on". Components: 直 (straight) + 间 (interval). Example: "我一直在学习" (I've been learning continuously). Story: Zhí Jiāng, a dedicated student, always wore her favorite jacket while studying, and her friends would tease her about being "Zee jacket on" all the time.
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角色
角色 (jué sè) - role, character. Mnemonics: "Jewels set" or "Jewel's set". Components: 角 (corner) + 色 (color). Example: "我在剧中扮演角色" (I'm playing a role in the play). Story: Jué Sè, a talented actress, took on the role of a jewel thief in a play, and her friends would joke that she was "Jewels set" in her character, always staying in character even offstage.
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每 (měi) - each, every. Mnemonics: "May be" or "Mei's each". Components: 每 (each) + no components. Example: "每个人都有自己的梦想" (Each person has their own dream). Story: Měi, a meticulous planner, made sure to plan each detail of her wedding, down to the last "Mei's each" detail, earning the nickname "Mei's each master".
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王国
王国 (wáng guó) - kingdom, country. Mnemonics: "Wang's go" or "Wang's country". Components: 王 (king) + 国 (country). Example: "我来自王国" (I'm from the kingdom). Story: Wáng Guó, a proud monarch, ruled over his kingdom with wisdom and justice, and his people would chant "Wang's go, Wang's country" whenever he rode into town.
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攻击
攻击 (gōng jī) - attack, assault. Mnemonics: "Gong ji" or "Gong's attack". Components: 攻 (to attack) + 计 (to plan). Example: "敌方发动攻击" (The enemy launched an attack). Story: Gōng Jī, a skilled warrior, planned a surprise attack on the enemy's stronghold
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妖精
妖精 yāojīng goblin 妖(女 + 夭) + 精(米 + 青). 女 Goblins 夭 died laughing as 精 spirits turned 米 rice into 青 turquoise glitter—"Best. Attack. Ever."
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最后
最后 (zuì hòu) - last, finally. Mnemonics: "Zoo hou" or "Zoo's how." Components: 最 (most) + 后 (after). Example: "最后的一页" (The last page). Story: At the zoo, the final page of a book about animals was missing, but the zebra finally found it, yelling "Zoo's how did I miss this?"
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装备
装备 (zhuāng bèi) - equipment. Mnemonics: "Zoom bay" or "Zoom's gear." Components: 装 (clothing) + 备 (prepare. Example: "准备装备" (Prepare equipment. Story: A knight named Zoom Bay’s armor kept falling apart mid-battle, forcing him to "zoom" to the armory between fights.
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并不
并不 (bìng bù) - not really, not at all. Mnemonics: "Bean't" or "Bean not." Components: 并 (and) + 不 (not. Example: "并不容易" (Not easy). Story: A baker’s bean cakes tasted terrible, so customers said "Bean't good!" while pointing at his "bean" ingredients.
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身上
身上 (shēn shang) - on the body. Mnemonics: "Shin song" or "Shin’s song." Components: 身 (body) + 上 (on top. Example: "钥匙在身上" (Keys on my person. Story: A detective’s badge was stuck in his shirt, making him sing "Shin song!" every time he moved.
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问题
问题 (wèn tí) - question, issue. Mnemonics: "Wen tee" or "When tea." Components: 问 (ask) + 题 (topic. Example: "这个问题很难" (This question is hard. Story: A student asked, "Wen tee?" while drinking tea, but the teacher’s answer was too complex.
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该 (gāi) - should. Mnemonics: "Gay must" or "Gai must." Components: 異 (variant form of 畜, but simplified as a single character. Example: "该休息了" (Should rest. Story: A goat (gai) refused to rest, leading to a funny collapse, so friends chanted "Gay must rest!"
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增加
增加 (zēng jiā) - increase. Mnemonics: "Zen jah" or "Zen's jar." Components: 增 (increase) + 加 (add. Example: "增加收入" (Increase income. Story: A gardener’s "Zen jar" overfilled, spilling seeds that made plants grow "zen" (Zen-like) tall.
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魔法
魔法 (móu fǎ) - magic. Mnemonics: "Moe fa" or "Moe’s magic." Components: 魔 (devil) + 法 (law. Example: "施展魔法" (Cast magic. Story: A wizard’s "Moe fa" spell turned his cat into a moose, causing chaos in the meadow.
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进行
进行 (jìn xíng) - proceed, conduct. Mnemonics: "Jin sing" or "Jin’s journey." Components: 进 (enter) + 行 (act. Example: "进行谈判" (Proceed with talks. Story: A singer named Jin Sing performed mid-negotiation, distracting everyone with his off-key "jìn xíng."
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其 (qí) - their, his. Mnemonics: "Cheer" or "Chi." Components: 十 (ten) + 口 (mouth. Example: "他们的其书" (Their book). Story: Ten mouths cheered loudly, shouting "Cheer!" while arguing over who owned the book.
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拥有
成为 (bèi chéng) - become. Mnemonics: "Bay change" or "Bay’s change." Components: 成 (become) + 为 (for. Example: "成为英雄" (Become a hero. Story: A pirate named Bay Change transformed into a hero by accident after tripping over a treasure chest.
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突然 (tū rán) - suddenly. Mnemonics: "Tune ran" or "Tune’s surprise." Components: 突 (sudden) + 然 (sudden. Example: "突然下雨" (Suddenly rained. Story: A musician’s "Tune ran" song was interrupted by sudden rain, making the crowd cheer.
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一边
十 (shí) - ten. Mnemonics: "Sheet" or "Ten sheets." Components: 十 (character itself). Example: "十个苹果" (Ten apples. Story: A baker stacked ten sheets of dough, but the tenth collapsed in a "sheet" disaster.
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发生
还有 (hái yǒu) - still, also. Mnemonics: "Hi you still" or "High you." Components: 还 (still) + 有 (have. Example: "还有时间" (Still have time. Story: A traveler shouted "Hi you still!" when his clock stopped, but his friend said, "High you, the battery died!"
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狩猎
听到 (tīng dào) - hear, listen. Mnemonics: "Ting to" or "Ting’s sound." Components: 听 (listen) + 到 (arrive. Example: "听到消息" (Hear the news. Story: A detective "ting" heard whispers in the night, but it was just Ting’s toad croaking.
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成为
馆 (guǎn) - hall, building. Mnemonics: "Guan" or "Guan’s place." Components: 食 (food) + 宀 (roof. Example: "博物馆" (Museum). Story: A food hall’s guan was famous until a roast beef "gwan" (burned) ruined the reputation.
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突然
之间 (jīan jiān) - between. Mnemonics: "Gee an" or "Gee’s gap." Components: 之 (of) + 间 (between. Example: "他们之间" (Between them. Story: Two friends argued, but Gee An the mediator helped them find common ground, though they still stood "between" each other.
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经验 (jīng yàn) - experience. Mnemonics: "Jing yen" or "Jing’s test." Components: 经 (thread) + 验 (test. Example: "缺乏经验" (Lack experience. Story: A weaver’s jing’s thread snapped during the "yen" test, ruining his masterpiece.
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还有
还有 (hái yǒu) - Still, still have. Indicates something remains or continues. Mnemonics: "Hi yow" or "Hai yo." Components: 还 (still) + 有 (have). Example: "还有很多经验可以获得" (There's still a lot of experience to gain). Story: A player named Hái Yǒu was known for his "hi yow" persistence and would "hai yo" shout whenever he reminded his team there was more to achieve.
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听到
听到 (tīng dào) - Hear, listen. Means to perceive sound or receive information. Mnemonics: "Ting dao" or "Teeng dow." Components: 听 (hear) + 到 (arrive). Example: "听到任务提示可以更好地完成" (Listening to quest hints helps in completing them better). Story: A player named Tīng Dào was known for his "ting dao" awareness and would "teeng dow" shout whenever he picked up on crucial audio cues.
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馆 (guǎn) - Hall, building. Refers to a large building or structure. Mnemonics: "Gwahn" or "Gwan." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "馆中藏有稀有的物品" (The hall contains rare items). Story: A player named Guǎn was known for his "gwahn" explorations and would "gwan" shout whenever he discovered a hidden chamber.
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之间
之间 (zhī jiān) - Between, among. Indicates a position or relationship between things. Mnemonics: "Jir jyan" or "Zhree jyan." Components: 之 (this) + 间 (space). Example: "两者之间的关系很重要" (The relationship between them is very important). Story: A player named Zhī Jiān was known for his "jir jyan" diplomacy and would "zhree jyan" shout whenever he mediated disputes.
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经验
经验 (jīng yàn) - Experience, knowledge. Refers to skill or understanding gained through practice. Mnemonics: "Jing yan" or "Jeeng yan." Components: 经 (classic) + 验 (verify). Example: "积累经验可以提升等级" (Gaining experience can help level up). Story: A player named Jīng Yàn was known for his "jing yan" insights and would "jeeng yan" shout whenever he shared his expertise.
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苏尔
苏尔 (sū ěr) - Sur, a name or term in the game. Mnemonics: "So er" or "Sooehr." Components: This is a standalone word. Example: "苏尔是游戏中的一个强大敌人" (Sur is a powerful enemy in the game). Story: A player named Sū Ěr was known for his "so er" challenges and would "sooehr" shout whenever he faced this formidable foe.
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然而
然而 (rán ér) - However, but. Indicates a contrast or exception. Mnemonics: "Rahn er" or "Ran erh." Components: 而 (and) + 然 (yet). Example: "然而,任务依然很难完成" (However, the quest is still difficult to complete). Story: A player named Rán Ér was known for his "rahn er" realism and would "ran erh" shout whenever he pointed out the challenges ahead.
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因此
因此 (yīn cǐ) - Therefore, thus. Indicates a logical conclusion. Mnemonics: "Yin tzu" or "Yeen tsee." Components: 因 (because) + 此 (this). Example: "因此,我们需要更多的经验" (Therefore, we need more experience). Story: A player named Yīn Cǐ was known for his "yin tzu" logic and would "yeen tsee" shout whenever he explained the reasons behind his decisions.
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能够
能够 (néng gān) - Be able to, capable. Indicates ability or capability. Mnemonics: "Neng gan" or "Nung gahn." Components: 能 (able) + 干 (do). Example: "能够击败敌人吗?" (Are we able to defeat the enemy?). Story: A player named Néng Gān was known for his "neng gan" confidence and would "nung gahn" shout whenever he demonstrated his skills.
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最终
最终 (zuì zhōng) - Final, last. Indicates the end or conclusion of something. Mnemonics: "Zway jong" or "Zui zhong." Components: 最 (most) + 终 (end). Example: "最终BOSS非常强大" (The final boss is very powerful). Story: A player named Zuì Zhōng was known for his "zway jong" determination and would "zui zhong" shout whenever he faced the last challenge.
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拍卖
拍卖 (pāi mǎi) - Auction, sell by bidding. Refers to selling items through bidding. Mnemonics: "Pai mai" or "Pah my." Components: 拍 (拍) + 卖 (sell). Example: "拍卖稀有的物品可以获得高价值" (Auctioning rare items can yield high value). Story: A player named Pāi Mǎi was known for his "pai mai" strategies and would "pah my" shout whenever he outbid his competitors.
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事 (shì) - Matter, thing. Refers to an event or affair. Mnemonics: "Shir" or "Sheh." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "事情并不简单" (The matter is not simple). Story: A player named Shì was known for his "shir" attention to detail and would "sheh" shout whenever he analyzed a situation.
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武器
武器 (wǔ qì) - Weapon, arm. Refers to tools used for combat. Mnemonics: "Woo chee" or "Wu chee." Components: 武 (military) + 器 (tool). Example: "武器的力量决定了战斗的胜负" (The power of weapons determines the outcome of battles). Story: A player named Wǔ Qì was known for his "woo chee" arsenal and would "wu chee" shout whenever he equipped a powerful weapon.
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看起来
看起来 (kān qǐ lai) - Seems, appears. Indicates an appearance or impression. Mnemonics: "Kahn chee lai" or "Kan qee lai." Components: 看 (see) + 起来 (come up). Example: "看起来这个物品很稀有" (It seems like this item is very rare). Story: A player named Kān Qǐ Lái was known for his "kahn chee lai" observations and would "kan qee lai" shout whenever he assessed the appearance of something.
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真 (zhēn) - True, real. Indicates authenticity or actuality. Mnemonics: "Jen" or "Zhun." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "真是一件稀有的物品" (It's truly a rare item). Story: A player named Zhēn was known for his "jen" honesty and would "zhun" shout whenever he confirmed the authenticity of something.
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事情
事情 (shì qíng) - Matter, event. Refers to an event or situation. Mnemonics: "Shir cheeng" or "Sheh cheeng." Components: 事 (matter) + 情 (situation). Example: "事情并不像看起来那样简单" (The matter is not as simple as it seems). Story: A player named Shì Qíng was known for his "shir cheeng" insights and would "sheh cheeng" shout whenever he analyzed a complex situation.
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过去
过去 (guò qu) - Past, previous. Refers to a time before now. Mnemonics: "Gwo chyu" or "Gwuh chyoo." Components: 过 (pass) + 去 (go). Example: "过去的经验可以帮助我们提升" (Past experiences can help us improve). Story: A player named Guò Qu was known for his "gwo chyu" reflections and would "gwuh chyoo" shout whenever he recalled past lessons.
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书 (shū) - Book, document. Refers to written material or knowledge. Mnemonics: "Shoo" or "Shu." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "书中记载着强大的技能" (The book contains powerful skills). Story: A player named Shū was known for his "shoo" wisdom and would "shu" shout whenever he studied ancient tomes for new abilities.
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学习
学习 (xué xí) - Study, learn. Means to acquire knowledge or skills. Mnemonics: "Shway shir" or "Shoo-eh shir." Components: 学 (study) + 习 (practice). Example: "学习新技能可以提升战斗力" (Learning new skills can increase combat power). Story: A player named Xué Xí was known for his "shway shir" dedication and would "shoo-eh shir" shout whenever he mastered a new technique.
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技艺
技艺 (jì yì) - Skill, craftsmanship. Refers to a particular skill or art. Mnemonics: "Jee ee" or "Ji yee." Components: 技 (skill) + 艺 (art). Example: "技艺高超的玩家拥有强大的力量" (Skilled players possess great strength). Story: A player named Jì Yì was known for his "jee ee" mastery and would "ji yee" shout whenever he demonstrated his expertise.
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纳 (nà) - Receive, accept. Means to take or acknowledge something. Mnemonics: "Na" or "Nah." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "纳入队伍可以提升整体实力" (Joining the squad can enhance overall strength). Story: A player named Nà was known for his "na" inclusiveness and would "nah" shout whenever he welcomed new members.
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当然
当然 (dāng rán) - Of course, naturally. Indicates agreement or obviousness. Mnemonics: "Dahng rahn" or "Dang ran." Components: 当 (current) + 然 (natural). Example: "当然,提升等级需要时间" (Of course, leveling up takes time). Story: A player named Dāng Rán was known for his "dahng rahn" confidence and would "dang ran" shout whenever he affirmed an obvious truth.
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眼睛
眼睛 (yǎn jīng) - Eyes. Refers to the organs of sight. Mnemonics: "Yan jing" or "Yen jeeng." Components: 眼 (eye) + 睛 (eyelid). Example: "眼睛能发现隐藏的物品" (Eyes can spot hidden items). Story: A player named Yǎn Jīng was known for his "yan jing" keenness and would "yen jeeng" shout whenever he spotted something others missed.
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准备
准备 (zhǔn bèi) - Prepare, ready. Means to get something ready. Mnemonics: "Joon bay" or "Zhwen bay." Components: 准 (ready) + 备 (prepare). Example: "准备好物品以备战斗" (Prepare items for battle). Story: A player named Zhǔn Bèi was known for his "joon bay" organization and would "zhwen bay" shout whenever he ensured everything was set for the next challenge.
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城堡
城堡 (chéng bǎo) - Castle, fortress. Refers to a large fortified building. Mnemonics: "Cheng bow" or "Chehng baw." Components: 城 (city) + 堡 (fortress). Example: "城堡是游戏中的重要据点" (The castle is an important stronghold in the game). Story: A player named Chéng Bǎo was known for his "cheng bow" defenses and would "chehng baw" shout whenever he protected his castle from invaders.
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剑术
剑术 (jiàn shù) - Swordsmanship, fencing. Refers to the skill or art of using a sword. Mnemonics: "Jian shu" or "Jen shoe." Components: 剑 (sword) + 术 (art). Example: "剑术是游戏中的重要技能" (Swordsmanship is an important skill in the game). Story: A player named Jiàn Shù was known for his "jian shu" precision and would "jen shoe" shout whenever he executed a flawless sword combo, inspiring his teammates to follow his lead.
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手工艺
手工艺 (shǒu gōng yì) - Handicraft, craftsmanship. Refers to the skill of making things by hand. Mnemonics: "Show gong yee" or "Shou goong yee." Components: 手 (hand) + 工 (work) + 艺 (art). Example: "手工艺可以制作稀有的物品" (Handicrafts can create rare items). Story: A player named Shǒu Gōng Yì was known for his "show gong yee" creations and would "shou goong yee" shout whenever he crafted a masterpiece, earning admiration from other players.
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成 (chéng) - Succeed, complete. Indicates the completion or success of something. Mnemonics: "Cheng" or "Chehng." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "任务终于完成了" (The quest is finally complete). Story: A player named Chéng was known for his "cheng" celebrations and would "chehng" shout whenever he succeeded in a difficult mission.
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世界
世界 (shì jiè) - World. Refers to the game's environment or setting. Mnemonics: "Shir jeh" or "Shih jeh." Components: 世 (world) + 界 (boundary). Example: "游戏的世界非常广阔" (The game's world is very vast). Story: A player named Shì Jiè was known for his "shir jeh" explorations and would "shih jeh" shout whenever he discovered a new region.
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随着
随着 (suí zhe) - With, along with. Indicates accompaniment or progression. Mnemonics: "Sway jeh" or "Soo-ee jeh." Components: 随 (follow) + 着 (particle). Example: "随着等级的提升,力量也增加了" (With the increase in level, strength also improves). Story: A player named Suí Zhe was known for his "sway jeh" adaptability and would "soo-ee jeh" shout whenever he adjusted his strategy to match the situation.
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带 (dài) - Bring, lead. Means to carry or guide something or someone. Mnemonics: "Dai" or "Day." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "带着物品进入战斗" (Bring items into battle). Story: A player named Dài was known for his "dai" leadership and would "day" shout whenever he led his team to victory.
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第一
第一 (dì yī) - First, primary. Indicates the highest rank or position. Mnemonics: "Dee yee" or "Dih yee." Components: 第 (sequence) + 一 (one). Example: "第一名玩家拥有最高水平" (The first-place player has the highest level). Story: A player named Dì Yī was known for his "dee yee" ambition and would "dih yee" shout whenever he reached the top of the rankings.
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找到
找到 (zhǎo dào) - Find, discover. Means to locate or uncover something. Mnemonics: "Jow dao" or "Zhao dow." Components: 找 (search) + 到 (arrive). Example: "找到隐藏的物品可以提升力量" (Finding hidden items can increase strength). Story: A player named Zhǎo Dào was known for his "jow dao" discoveries and would "zhao dow" shout whenever he uncovered a rare item.
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终于
终于 (zhōng yú) - Finally, at last. Indicates the end of a long process. Mnemonics: "Jong yoo" or "Zhong yoo." Components: 终 (end) + 于 (at). Example: "终于达到了最高等级" (Finally reached the highest level). Story: A player named Zhōng Yú was known for his "jong yoo" perseverance and would "zhong yoo" shout whenever he achieved a long-awaited goal.
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不知
不知 (bù zhī) - Don't know, ignorant. Indicates a lack of knowledge or understanding. Mnemonics: "Boo jee" or "Bu jee." Components: 不 (not) + 知 (know). Example: "不知该如何提升等级" (Don't know how to level up). Story: A player named Bù Zhī was known for his "boo jee" humility and would "bu jee" shout whenever he admitted his ignorance, seeking guidance from others.
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永远
永远 (yǒng yuǎn) - Forever, always. Indicates a lasting or eternal state. Mnemonics: "Yoong ywan" or "Yong ywan." Components: 永 (forever) + 远 (far). Example: "永远不会放弃提升等级" (Will never give up on leveling up). Story: A player named Yǒng Yuǎn was known for his "yoong ywan" dedication and would "yong ywan" shout whenever he reaffirmed his commitment to the game.
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啊 (ā) - A particle expressing surprise or emphasis. Mnemonics: "A" or "Ah." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "啊,这个物品很稀有!" (Ah, this item is very rare!). Story: A player named Ā was known for his "a" exclamations and would "ah" shout whenever he was surprised by an unexpected event.
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而且
而且 (ér qiě) - And, moreover. Indicates an addition or emphasis. Mnemonics: "Er chee" or "Eh jeh." Components: 而 (and) + 且 (moreover). Example: "而且,这个技能非常强大" (And moreover, this skill is very powerful). Story: A player named Ér Qiě was known for his "er chee" enthusiasm and would "eh jeh" shout whenever he added an exciting detail to his story.
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的士
的士 (dī shì) - Taxi, refers to a type of fast or special unit in the game. Mnemonics: "Dee shi" or "Dih shi." Components: 的 (of) + 士 (scholar). Example: "的士在游戏中是快速移动的单位" (Taxi units move quickly in the game). Story: A player named Dī Shì was known for his "dee shi" speed and would "dih shi" shout whenever he rapidly repositioned his units.
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奖励
奖励 (jiǎng lì) - Reward, prize. Refers to something given as a prize. Mnemonics: "Jahng lee" or "Jyang lee." Components: 奖 (reward) + 力 (power). Example: "完成任务可以获得奖励" (Completing quests gives rewards). Story: A player named Jiǎng Lì was known for his "jahng lee" generosity and would "jyang lee" shout whenever he rewarded his team for their efforts.
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加入
加入 (jiā rù) - Join, enter. Means to become part of a group or team. Mnemonics: "Jah roo" or "Jya roo." Components: 加 (add) + 入 (enter). Example: "加入部队可以提升战斗力" (Joining a squad can increase combat power). Story: A player named Jiā Rù was known for his "jah roo" invitations and would "jya roo" shout whenever he welcomed new members to his team.
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店主
店主 (diàn zhǔ) - Shopkeeper, merchant. Refers to someone who runs a shop. Mnemonics: "Dyan joo" or "Dien joo." Components: 店 (shop) + 主 (owner). Example: "店主出售稀有的物品" (The shopkeeper sells rare items). Story: A player named Diàn Zhǔ was known for his "dyan joo" deals and would "dien joo" shout whenever he negotiated a trade.
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指挥官
指挥官 (zhǐ huī guān) - Commander, leader. Refers to a high-ranking officer or leader. Mnemonics: "Jir hway gwan" or "Zhree hoo gwan." Components: 指 (direct) + 揮 (lead) + 官 (officer). Example: "指挥官拥有最高的指挥权" (The commander has the highest authority). Story: A player named Zhǐ Huī Guān was known for his "jir hway gwan" leadership and would "zhree hoo gwan" shout whenever he issued a command.
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穆 (mù) - A name, often used for characters or players. Mnemonics: "Moo" or "Muh." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "穆是游戏中的一个强大角色" (Mu is a powerful character in the game). Story: A player named Mù was known for his "moo" mystery and would "muh" shout whenever he revealed his true strength.
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路 (lù) - Road, path. Refers to a way or direction. Mnemonics: "Loo" or "Luh." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "路上的怪物很危险" (The monsters on the road are very dangerous). Story: A player named Lù was known for his "loo" navigation and would "luh" shout whenever he led his team through treacherous terrain.
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二十
二十 (èr shí) - Twenty. Indicates the number 20. Mnemonics: "Er shir" or "Eh shih." Components: 二 (two) + 十 (ten). Example: "二十级是游戏中的中间等级" (Level 20 is an intermediate level in the game). Story: A player named Èr Shí was known for his "er shir" precision and would "eh shih" shout whenever he reached this milestone.
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一种
一种 (yī zhǒng) - A kind, type. Indicates a specific category or variety. Mnemonics: "Ee jong" or "Yee zhong." Components: 一 (one) + 种 (kind). Example: "一种稀有的物品" (A rare item). Story: A player named Yī Zhǒng was known for his "ee jong" discoveries and would "yee zhong" shout whenever he found something unique.
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拒绝
拒绝 (jù jué) - Refuse, decline. Means to say no or reject something. Mnemonics: "Joo jway" or "Jyoo jweh." Components: 拒 (refuse) + 绝 (decisive). Example: "拒绝敌人的挑衅" (Refuse the enemy's provocation). Story: A player named Jù Jué was known for his "joo jway" firmness and would "jyoo jweh" shout whenever he stood his ground.
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作为
作为 (zuò wèi) - As, in the role of. Indicates a position or function. Mnemonics: "Zwuh way" or "Zuo wei." Components: 作 (do) + 为 (as). Example: "作为指挥官,必须带领队伍" (As the commander, you must lead the squad). Story: A player named Zuò Wèi was known for his "zwuh way" leadership and would "zuo wei" shout whenever he accepted his responsibilities.
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士 (shì) - Scholar, soldier. Refers to a learned person or warrior. Mnemonics: "Shir" or "Shee." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "士兵是游戏中的基本单位" (Soldiers are the basic units in the game). Story: A player named Shì was known for his "shir" discipline and would "shee" shout whenever he demonstrated his warrior spirit.
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速度
速度 (sù dù) - Speed, velocity. Refers to the rate of movement or action. Mnemonics: "So doo" or "Soo doo." Components: 速 (fast) + 度 (degree). Example: "提高速度可以更快完成任务" (Increasing speed can help complete quests faster). Story: A player named Sù Dù was known for his "so doo" swiftness and would "soo doo" shout whenever he outran his opponents.
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技巧
技巧 (jì qiǎo) - Skill, technique. Refers to a particular skill or method. Mnemonics: "Jee chyaow" or "Ji chow." Components: 技 (skill) + 巧 (巧). Example: "掌握技巧可以提升战斗力" (Mastering techniques can increase combat power). Story: A player named Jì Qiǎo was known for his "jee chyaow" precision and would "ji chow" shout whenever he executed a flawless maneuver.
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兰 (lán) - Orchid, a name or term in the game. Mnemonics: "Lahn" or "Lan." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "兰是游戏中的一个角色" (Lan is a character in the game). Story: A player named Lán was known for her "lahn" grace and would "lan" shout whenever she performed a elegant move.
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决定
决定 (jué dìng) - Decide, determine. Means to make a choice or judgment. Mnemonics: "Jway ding" or "Jooe deeng." Components: 决 (decide) + 定 (determine). Example: "决定使用哪个技能" (Decide which skill to use). Story: A player named Jué Dìng was known for his "jway ding" decisiveness and would "jooe deeng" shout whenever he made a crucial decision.
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至少
至少 (zhì shǎo) - At least, minimal. Indicates the smallest amount or degree. Mnemonics: "Jir shahow" or "Zhree shahow." Components: 至 (extremely) + 少 (few). Example: "至少需要一些经验来提升等级" (At least some experience is needed to level up). Story: A player named Zhì Shǎo was known for his "jir shahow" realism and would "zhree shahow" shout whenever he set realistic goals.
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或者
或者 (huò zhě) - Or, otherwise. Indicates a choice or alternative. Mnemonics: "Hwuh jeh" or "Hoo jeh." Components: 或 (or) + 者 (one). Example: "或者选择提升等级,或者获取物品" (Either level up or get items). Story: A player named Huò Zhě was known for his "hwuh jeh" flexibility and would "hoo jeh" shout whenever he presented options.
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没 (méi) - Not, have not. Indicates the absence or negation of something. Mnemonics: "May" or "Mei." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "没时间完成任务" (No time to complete the quest). Story: A player named Méi was known for his "may" honesty and would "mei" shout whenever he admitted his limitations.
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制作
制作 (zhì zuò) - Create, manufacture. Means to make or produce something. Mnemonics: "Jir zwo" or "Zhree zoo." Components: 制 (create) + 作 (make). Example: "制作稀有的物品需要特殊材料" (Creating rare items requires special materials). Story: A player named Zhì Zuò was known for his "jir zwo" creativity and would "zhree zoo" shout whenever he crafted something extraordinary.
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名字
名字 (míng zì) - Name. Refers to a person's or thing's name. Mnemonics: "Ming zee" or "Meeng zee." Components: 名 (name) + 字 (character). Example: "名字可以在游戏中自定义" (Names can be customized in the game). Story: A player named Míng Zì was known for his "ming zee" uniqueness and would "meeng zee" shout whenever he introduced himself with pride.
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那个
那个 (nà gè) - That, those. Refers to a specific thing or things. Mnemonics: "Na geh" or "Nah geh." Components: 那 (that) + 个 (individual). Example: "那个物品非常稀有" (That item is very rare). Story: A player named Nà Gè was known for his "na geh" specificity and would "nah geh" shout whenever he pointed out something particular.
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选择
选择 (xuǎn zé) - Choose, select. Means to pick or decide on something. Mnemonics: "Shwuhn zeh" or "Shoo-en zay." Components: 选 (choose) + 责 (responsibility). Example: "选择正确的技能可以提升战斗力" (Choosing the right skills can increase combat power). Story: A player named Xuǎn Zé was known for his "shwuhn zeh" decisiveness and would "shoo-en zay" shout whenever he made a strategic choice.
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教练
教练 (jiào liàn) - Coach, trainer. Refers to someone who trains or instructs. Mnemonics: "Jiao lian" or "Jyow lian." Components: 教 (teach) + 练 (train). Example: "教练可以帮助提升技巧" (Coaches can help improve techniques). Story: A player named Jiào Liàn was known for his "jiao lian" guidance and would "jyow lian" shout whenever he trained his team to perfection.
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战士
战士 (zhàn shì) - Warrior, fighter. Refers to a combatant or soldier. Mnemonics: "Jahn shir" or "Zhahn shir." Components: 战 (war) + 士 (scholar). Example: "战士是游戏中的主要职业" (Warriors are the main classes in the game). Story: A player named Zhàn Shì was known for his "jahn shir" bravery and would "zhahn shir" shout whenever he charged into battle.
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这就
这就 (zhè jiù) - This, here. Indicates a specific thing or place. Mnemonics: "Jeh jyoo" or "Zheh jee-oo." Components: 这 (this) + 就 (here). Example: "这就对了" (That's it). Story: A player named Zhè Jiù was known for his "jeh jyoo" accuracy and would "zheh jee-oo" shout whenever he pinpointed the correct strategy.
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生活
生活 (shēng huó) - Life, livelihood. Refers to daily existence or lifestyle. Mnemonics: "Shung hwo" or "Shehng hwuh." Components: 生 (life) + 活 (live). Example: "游戏中的生活需要平衡" (In-game life requires balance). Story: A player named Shēng Huó was known for his "shung hwo" wisdom and would "shehng hwuh" shout whenever he advised on maintaining a balanced gameplay.
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虽然
虽然 (suī rán) - Although, even though. Indicates a contrast or exception. Mnemonics: "Sway ran" or "Soo-ee ran." Components: 虽 (even though) + 然 (but). Example: "虽然难度高,但我们可以完成" (Although it's difficult, we can complete it). Story: A player named Suī Rán was known for his "sway ran" optimism and would "soo-ee ran" shout whenever he motivated his team despite challenges.
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都会
都会 (dū huì) - Will, would. Indicates a future or conditional action. Mnemonics: "Doo hway" or "Doo hoo-ay." Components: 都 (all) + 会 (can). Example: "都会提升等级的" (We will all level up). Story: A player named Dū Huì was known for his "doo hway" confidence and would "doo hoo-ay" shout whenever he expressed his determination.
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前往
前往 (qián wǎng) - Go to, proceed. Means to move forward to a place. Mnemonics: "Chyen wang" or "Cheen wong." Components: 前 (forward) + 往 (go). Example: "前往下一个区域" (Proceed to the next area). Story: A player named Qián Wǎng was known for his "chyen wang" leadership and would "cheen wong" shout whenever he led his team to new territories.
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高兴
高兴 (gāo xìng) - Happy, joy. Refers to a feeling of happiness. Mnemonics: "Gow shing" or "Gao sheeng." Components: 高 (high) + 兴 (兴). Example: "获得稀有物品会很高兴" (Gaining rare items makes you happy). Story: A player named Gāo Xìng was known for his "gow shing" joy and would "gao sheeng" shout whenever he celebrated his successes.
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属性
属性 (shù xìng) - Attribute, property. Refers to a characteristic or quality. Mnemonics: "Shoo shing" or "Shoo sheeng." Components: 属 (category) + 性 (nature). Example: "属性决定了角色的力量" (Attributes determine the character's strength). Story: A player named Shù Xìng was known for his "shoo shing" insights and would "shoo sheeng" shout whenever he analyzed character stats.
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方式
方式 (fāng shì) - Method, way. Refers to a manner or approach. Mnemonics: "Fahng shir" or "Fang shir." Components: 方 (method) + 式 (style). Example: "找到最佳的方式来提升等级" (Find the best way to level up). Story: A player named Fāng Shì was known for his "fahng shir" ingenuity and would "fang shir" shout whenever he devised a new strategy.
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再 (zài) - Again, once more. Indicates repetition or resumption. Mnemonics: "Zai" or "Zay." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "再次尝试完成任务" (Try completing the quest again). Story: A player named Zài was known for his "zai" persistence and would "zay" shout whenever he attempted a challenge once more.
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死 (sǐ) - Die, death. Refers to the end of life or game character. Mnemonics: "See" or "Sih." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "死掉后会失去经验" (Dying results in lost experience). Story: A player named Sǐ was known for his "see" resilience and would "sih" shout whenever he respawned after a defeat.
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吃 (chī) - Eat, consume. Means to ingest food or use an item. Mnemonics: "Chee" or "Chih." Components: This is a standalone character. Example: "吃药可以恢复生命值" (Eating potions restores health). Story: A player named Chī was known for his "chee" quick thinking and would "chih" shout whenever he used an item to heal in a tight spot.
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食物
食物 (shí wù) - Food. In-game sustenance for health. Mnemonics: "She wooed him with food" (shí sounds like "she") or "shi-wu" as "she-woo." Character components: 食 (eat) + 物 (thing). Example: "冒险需要足够的食物" (Adventures require enough food). Story: A chef named Shi accidentally created magical 食物 that healed players, making her the most "woo-ed" NPC in the game.
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拉 (lā) - Pull. Used for tugging objects/ropes. Mnemonics: "La-la-la" while pulling a rope or "lasso" (la). Radical: 扌(hand). Example: "拉开门进入密室" (Pull the door open to enter the secret room). Story: Player "La" stubbornly 拉 a stuck dungeon door for hours, only to find it required a key—facepalming at the irony.
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价格
价格 (jià gé) - Price. Item cost in shops. Mnemonics: "Gee, a garage sale price!" or "Jagger haggles prices." Components: 价 (value) + 格 (standard). Example: "这把剑的价格太高" (This sword’s price is too high). Story: Merchant Jia Ge set absurd 价格 for a "legendary" spoon, claiming its 格 (standard) was "divine." Players laughed but bought it for the meme.
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不过
不过 (bú guò) - However. Contrasting ideas. Mnemonics: "Bug out! However..." or "But gooey." Components: 不 (not) + 过 (pass). Example: "他想战斗,不过体力不足" (He wanted to fight, however, his stamina was low). Story: A bug swarm attacked mid-battle, forcing the hero to retreat—"不过," he muttered, "I’ll crush them next time."
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低 (dī) - Low. Describes height, volume, or stats. Mnemonics: "Dee’s deep voice is low" or "dipping low." Radical: 亻(person) + 氐 (base). Example: "生命值太低" (HP is too low). Story: Clumsy mage Dee cast a spell so 低 it hit his own feet, earning the nickname "Dī-ball."
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想要
想要 (xiǎng yào) - To want. Desire items/actions. Mnemonics: "She yangs (wants) that shiny sword" or "shiny object you want." Components: 想 (think) + 要 (want). Example: "他想要最强装备" (He wants the strongest gear). Story: Warrior Xiang Yao roared, “I 想要 that dragon’s hoard!”—then tripped over a pebble, humbling his ambition.
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消息
消息 (xiāo xi) - News/Info. Quest updates or rumors. Mnemonics: "Shao xi (small news)" or "She owes me news." Components: 消 (disappear) + 息 (rest). Example: "新BOSS的消息传开了" (News of the new boss spread). Story: Gossipy NPC Xiao Xi whispered 消息 so loudly it alerted the boss, causing a raid wipe.
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如何
如何 (rú hé) - How. Asking methods. Mnemonics: "Roo heh?" (kangaroo asking "how?") or "rue the day—how?" Components: 如 (like) + 何 (what). Example: "如何击败这个怪物?" (How to defeat this monster?). Story: Kangaroo Ru Hé hopped into the guild meeting, puzzling everyone on "如何" it joined the game.
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项 (xiàng) - Item/Term. Lists or quest objectives. Mnemonics: "She angled for that item (xiàng)" or "Xiang’s checklist." Radical: 页 (page). Example: "任务项已完成" (Quest items are completed). Story: Perfectionist Xiang checked every 项 on her list, missing the hidden treasure—ironic for someone so detail-oriented.
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之前
之前 (zhī qián) - Before. Time or sequence. Mnemonics: "Before the cheese (zhi) is gone" or "gee, chin up—before the battle." Components: 之 (of) + 前 (front). Example: "出发之前检查装备" (Check gear before departing). Story: Rookie Zhi Qian forgot to heal 之前 charging into battle, leading to a comical respawn loop.
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提供
提供 (tí gōng) - Provide. NPCs giving quests/items. Mnemonics: "Tea gong" (ceremony providing tea) or "Tina provides gong sounds." Components: 提 (lift) + 供 (supply). Example: "商人提供稀有材料" (Merchant provides rare materials). Story: NPC Ti Gong “provided” endless dad jokes with every item—players groaned but adored him.
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群 (qún) - Group. Party or monster packs. Mnemonics: "Chew in a group" or "queen leading a group." Components: 君 (lord) + 羊 (sheep). Example: "一群玩家挑战副本" (A group of players challenges the dungeon). Story: Shepherd Qún herded 羊 (sheep)-like newbies through raids, yelling, “Stay 群, or the wolves get you!”
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虚拟现实
虚拟现实 (xū nǐ xiàn shí) - Virtual Reality. The game’s core setting. Mnemonics: "Shoe-knee reality" or "she knew reality was virtual." Components: 虚 (false) + 拟 (imitate) + 现 (present) + 实 (real). Example: "虚拟现实中的战斗很真实" (Battles in VR feel real). Story: Xu Ni, a developer, forgot 现实 (reality) after coding too long, trying to “logout” of his own house.
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打 (dǎ) - Hit. Combat actions. Mnemonics: "Da!" (slap sound) or "dart hitting bullseye." Radical: 扌(hand). Example: "打怪物获得经验" (Hit monsters for EXP). Story: Berserker Da 打 everything—even signposts—yelling “Damage numbers = dopamine!”
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起 (qǐ) - Rise. Standing up or starting. Mnemonics: "Chee!" (cheerleader rising) or "key to rise." Components: 走 (walk) + 己 (self). Example: "复活后重新站起来" (Rise again after respawning). Story: Archer Qi kept yelling “起!” when downed, mistaking it for a revive spell—it wasn’t.
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感觉
感觉 (gǎn jué) - Feeling. Emotions or physical senses. Mnemonics: "Gang juice" (weird feeling) or "gander at feelings." Components: 感 (feel) + 觉 (sense). Example: "胜利的感觉太棒了" (The feeling of victory is great). Story: Empath Gan Jué “felt” enemies’ moves before they acted, but sneezed mid-boss fight—ruining the drama.
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一切
一切 (yī qiè) - Everything. All items/conditions. Mnemonics: "Eat everything" (yī qiè sounds like "eat") or "Eeek! She cut everything!" Components: 一 (one) + 切 (cut). Example: "一切物品已收集" (All items collected). Story: Hoarder Yi Qie screamed “一切我都要!” (I want everything!) and accidentally triggered a hidden loot explosion, burying his avatar.
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场 (chǎng) - Field/Arena. Battle locations. Mnemonics: "Chang’s arena" or "Chalk-drawn field." Radical: 土 (earth). Example: "竞技场战斗开始" (Arena battle begins). Story: Player Chang built a dirt 场 (土) for duels, but rain turned it into a mud pit—players slid while fighting, creating viral memes.
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寻找
寻找 (xún zhǎo) - Search. Quest for hidden items. Mnemonics: "Soon Zhao finds it" or "Shunned object found." Components: 寻 (seek) + 找 (find). Example: "寻找隐藏的宝箱" (Search for the hidden chest). Story: Explorer Xun Zhao 寻找ed for days, only to realize the treasure was in his inventory all along—a classic "potion hoarder" moment.
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结束
结束 (jié shù) - End. Conclude events/battles. Mnemonics: "Jie’s shuttle ends it" or "Jello shutdown." Components: 结 (knot) + 束 (bind). Example: "战斗结束了" (The battle ended). Story: Blacksmith Jie Shu tried to 结束 a boss fight by tying it with rope—boss snapped free but applauded the creativity.
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等 (děng) - Wait. Delay for timers/respawns. Mnemonics: "Deng waits on bamboo" or "Ding for waiting." Radical: ⺮ (bamboo). Example: "等BOSS重生" (Wait for boss respawn). Story: Impatient archer Deng 等ed atop bamboo stalks, fell asleep, and missed the respawn—teammates drew mustaches on his avatar.
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回答
回答 (huí dá) - Answer. Respond to NPCs/riddles. Mnemonics: "Hui Da returns answers" or "Whey-da reply." Components: 回 (return) + 答 (reply). Example: "正确回答获得奖励" (Correct answer grants reward). Story: Scholar Hui Da 回答ed a riddle with a meme quote—NPC groaned but gave loot anyway, muttering “Gen Z heroes...”
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敢 (gǎn) - Dare. Challenge difficult foes. Mnemonics: "Gan! Dare to strike the ear?" or "Gun dare." Components: 耳 (ear) + 攵 (strike). Example: "敢挑战女王吗?" (Dare to challenge the queen?). Story: Rookie Gan 敢ly poked a dragon’s 耳 (ear), got blasted into a lake—teammates fished him out laughing.
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最好
最好 (zuì hǎo) - Best. Optimal strategies/gear. Mnemonics: "Sway how? Best way!" or "Zui hao = ultimate hao." Components: 最 (most) + 好 (good). Example: "最好使用火魔法" (Best to use fire magic). Story: Chef Zui Hao claimed his soup was the 最好—players tried it and hallucinated rainbows, making it a meta favorite.
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你们
你们 (nǐ men) - You (plural). Addressing parties/guilds. Mnemonics: "Knee men" or "Kneading for you all." Components: 你 (you) + 们 (plural). Example: "你们准备好了吗?" (Are you all ready?). Story: Guild leader Ni Men yelled “你们跟上!” (You all follow!)—newbies followed him straight into a mimic chest ambush.
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六 (liù) - Six. Quantity for quests/crafts. Mnemonics: "Leo the sixth lion" or "Leak six drops." Radical: 亠 (lid). Example: "需要六个宝石" (Six gems needed). Story: Alchemist Liu forgot 六 ingredients, substituted six pebbles—potion exploded, creating a pet rock companion.
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窗口
窗口 (chuāng kǒu) - Window. UI or in-game view. Mnemonics: "Chuang kou = chalk mouth" or "Chunk owl window." Components: 窗 (window) + 口 (mouth). Example: "打开设置窗口" (Open settings window). Story: NPC Chuang Kou lectured through a 窗口—players tossed chalk into his 口 (mouth) to mute him, accidentally unlocking hard mode.
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敏捷
敏捷 (mǐn jié) - Agile. Dexterity stat. Mnemonics: "Min Jie moves fast" or "Mingle swiftly." Components: 敏 (quick) + 捷 (fast). Example: "盗贼敏捷很高" (Thief’s agility is high). Story: Rogue Min Jie boasted about her 敏捷—then faceplanted into a tripwire, proving overconfidence fails.
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块 (kuài) - Chunk. Ores/materials. Mnemonics: "Kung-fu chunk" or "Quick block." Radical: 土 (earth). Example: "挖到金块" (Mined a gold chunk). Story: Miner Kuài punched a 土 (earth) wall, yelled “块来!” (Chunk come!)—gold rained down, but his fists turned to pickaxes permanently.
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攻击力
攻击力 (gōng jī lì) - Attack power. Combat stat. Mnemonics: "Gong! Strike power!" or "Gong chi tea strength." Components: 攻 (attack) + 击 (strike) + 力 (power). Example: "提升攻击力" (Increase attack power). Story: Berserker Gong Ji Li maxed his 攻击力—then one-shot a tutorial slime, breaking the quest.
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女王
女王 (nǚ wáng) - Queen. Boss or royalty. Mnemonics: "New wang (king)" or "Nuisance queen." Components: 女 (female) + 王 (king). Example: "击败冰女王" (Defeat the ice queen). Story: Queen Nü Wang froze players who mispronounced her title—guilds hired linguists for raid prep.
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队友
队友 (duì yǒu) - Teammate. Party members. Mnemonics: "Dwayne’s team" or "Duel friends." Components: 队 (team) + 友 (friend). Example: "信任你的队友" (Trust your teammates). Story: Tank Dui You shielded his 队友—then loot-hogged everything, causing a guild civil war.
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尝试
尝试 (cháng shì) - Attempt. Testing strategies. Mnemonics: "Chang shi tastes the attempt" or "Chance to try." Components: 尝 (taste) + 试 (test). Example: "尝试新技能组合" (Attempt new skill combos). Story: Chef Chang Shi 尝试ed cooking a fire-resistant mushroom—burnt his tongue but unlocked flame immunity.
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直到
直到 (zhí dào) - Until. Persisting to a point. Mnemonics: "Jade owl until dawn" or "Zit down until done." Components: 直 (straight) + 到 (arrive). Example: "战斗直到黎明" (Fight until dawn). Story: Sentinel Zhi Dao guarded a gate 直到 sunrise—then slept through the boss attack, becoming a cautionary tale.
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唯一
唯一 (wéi yī) - Only. Unique items/choices. Mnemonics: "Way yee, the only way" or "Weary one." Components: 唯 (only) + 一 (one). Example: "唯一的传说武器" (The only legendary weapon). Story: Blacksmith Wei Yi forged the 唯一 sword—it was a spoon, but players dueled for it as a meme trophy.
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小时
小时 (xiǎo shí) - Hour. Time measurement. Mnemonics: "Shao shi (small time)" or "Show shield hourly." Components: 小 (small) + 时 (time). Example: "等待一小时" (Wait one hour). Story: Mage Xiao Shi waited 小时 for a respawn—boss popped instantly, mocking his impatience with a dance emote.
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真正
真正 (zhēn zhèng) - Real. Authentic items/truth. Mnemonics: "Zen Zheng’s real truth" or "Jellyfish genuine." Components: 真 (true) + 正 (correct). Example: "真正的英雄" (The real hero). Story: Philosopher Zhen Zheng sought the 真正 treasure—it was friendship, but he sold the NFT version anyway.
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其中
其中 (qí zhōng) - Among. Part of a group. Mnemonics: "Chee jong among the crowd" or "Key zone within." Components: 其 (that) + 中 (middle). Example: "宝物藏在其中" (The treasure is hidden among them). Story: Chef Qi Zhong hid spices 其中 the flour sacks—players looted them thinking it was secret loot, then sneezed mid-battle.
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谁 (shéi) - Who. Identifying characters. Mnemonics: "Shay asks who?" or "Shell game mystery." Radical: 讠(speech). Example: "谁拿了我的剑?" (Who took my sword?). Story: NPC Shay kept asking “谁?” to everyone—players trolled her by swapping her dialogue to “SHEEP?”
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听 (tīng) - Listen. Eavesdrop or follow audio cues. Mnemonics: "Ting! Bell listen" or "Tea-ing to hear." Components: 口 (mouth) + 斤 (axe). Example: "听敌人的脚步声" (Listen for enemy footsteps). Story: Blacksmith Ting forged a 斤 (axe) that “listened” to threats—it screamed when danger neared, startling allies more than foes.
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购买
购买 (gòu mǎi) - Purchase. Buy from shops. Mnemonics: "Go ma! Buy now!" or "Gouge my wallet." Components: 购 (buy) + 买 (purchase). Example: "购买高级药水" (Purchase high-grade potions). Story: Merchant Gou Mai overpriced “limited edition” dirt—players 购买ed it as a joke, later finding it repelled earth elementals.
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受到
受到 (shòu dào) - Receive. Obtain effects/statuses. Mnemonics: "Show dough received" or "Shou Tao’s gift." Components: 受 (receive) + 到 (arrive). Example: "受到诅咒" (Receive a curse). Story: Mage Shou Dao 受到 a “blessing” that turned his spells into dad jokes—enemies died laughing.
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本 (běn) - Book/Volume. Quest items or lore. Mnemonics: "Ben’s book" or "Bend the pages." Radical: 木 (wood). Example: "找到失落的古本" (Find the lost ancient book). Story: Librarian Ben’s 本 (木-wooden book) sprouted vines, entangling players until they recited poetry to calm it.
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五十
五十 (wǔ shí) - Fifty. Quantity for crafts/quests. Mnemonics: "Woo! She has fifty" or "Wushu fifty moves." Components: 五 (five) + 十 (ten). Example: "收集五十个金币" (Collect fifty coins). Story: Merchant Wu Shi sold “50% off” coupons—players paid 50 coins to get 25 back, confused but amused.
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秘密
秘密 (mì mì) - Secret. Hidden mechanics/areas. Mnemonics: "Me me secrets" or "Misty mysteries." Components: 秘 (secret) + 密 (dense). Example: "发现地下城的秘密" (Discover the dungeon’s secret). Story: Twin NPCs Mi and Mi whispered 秘密s in riddles—players followed one, only to loop endlessly in a hall of mirrors.
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机会
机会 (jī huì) - Opportunity. Rare chances for loot/events. Mnemonics: "Gee, a lucky hui!" or "Jeep hui adventure." Components: 机 (machine) + 会 (meet). Example: "这是唯一的机会" (This is the only opportunity). Story: Engineer Ji Hui built a 机 (machine) granting one 机会 to reroll loot—it exploded, dropping legendary gear anyway.
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辅导员
辅导员 (fǔ dǎo yuán) - Counselor. Quest-giving NPC. Mnemonics: "Fu Dao’s guidance" or "Food owl counselor." Components: 辅 (assist) + 导 (guide) + 员 (person). Example: "辅导员发布新任务" (Counselor posts new quest). Story: Counselor Fu Dao Yuan gave such long tutorials that players bribed him with virtual tea to skip dialogues.
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箭 (jiàn) - Arrow. Ranged ammunition. Mnemonics: "Jian! Archery sound" or "Gym arrow." Radical: ⺮(bamboo). Example: "装备魔法箭" (Equip magic arrows). Story: Archer Jian crafted 箭 from ⺮ bamboo—they grew into trees on impact, creating instant forests mid-battle.
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村 (cūn) - Village. Starting zones/safe areas. Mnemonics: "Tsunami-safe village" or "Chun’s home." Radical: 木 (wood). Example: "返回村庄补给" (Return to the village for supplies). Story: Mayor Cun rebuilt his 村 with 木 (wood) walls—they rotted in rain, letting wolves raid the cabbage stocks.
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想象
想象 (xiǎng xiàng) - Imagine. Lore/theorycrafting. Mnemonics: "Shiang’s elephant imagination" or "Shiny image." Components: 想 (think) + 象 (elephant). Example: "想象未知的领域" (Imagine unknown realms). Story: Bard Xiang Xiang 想象ed a flying elephant—the game glitched, spawning a pixelated one that chased players for “rides.”
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亿
亿 (yì) - Hundred million. High currency/quantities. Mnemonics: "Eek! A billion!" or "Yeehaw numbers." Radical: 亻(person). Example: "花费一亿金币" (Spend 100 million coins). Story: Tycoon Yi spent 亿 coins on a golden chicken—it laid eggs that hatched into debt collectors.
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带来
带来 (dài lái) - Bring. Carry items/effects. Mnemonics: "Die lie (the lie) brings trouble" or "Dyed pie brought." Components: 带 (belt) + 来 (come). Example: "带来希望" (Bring hope). Story: Blacksmith Dai Lai 带来 a “belt of strength”—it was just a regular belt, but players roleplayed bulging muscles anyway.
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面包
面包 (miàn bāo) - Bread. Basic healing item. Mnemonics: "Mian bao = my bun" or "Mian’s baozi." Components: 面 (wheat) + 包 (wrap). Example: "吃面包恢复体力" (Eat bread to recover stamina). Story: Baker Mian Bao sold stale 面包 that healed but gave a “crumbly” debuff—players still bought it for the dad joke.
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回到
回到 (huí dào) - Return. Go back to locations. Mnemonics: "Hui Dao returns" or "Way back home." Components: 回 (return) + 到 (arrive). Example: "回到出生点" (Return to spawn point). Story: Teleporter Hui Dao malfunctioned, sending players 回到 the tutorial—level 100 heroes cried as slimes mocked them.
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脸 (liǎn) - Face. Character customization. Mnemonics: "Lee Ann’s face" or "Lien on features." Radical: 月 (moon). Example: "改变角色脸型" (Change character’s face shape). Story: NPC Lian’s 脸 (月-moon-shaped face) glitched—players photoshopped it into memes, which devs added as an Easter egg.
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玩 (wán) - Play. Engage with game mechanics. Mnemonics: "Wan-derful playtime" or "Won the game." Radical: 王 (king). Example: "玩转新副本" (Play the new dungeon). Story: Streamer Wan 玩ed so hard her 王 (king) character clipped into a wall, becoming the dungeon’s “ghost king” NPC.
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条 (tiáo) - Strip. Long items/quest counts. Mnemonics: "Tea strip" or "Tiao’s list." Radical: 木 (wood). Example: "收集十条鱼" (Collect ten fish). Story: Fisherman Tiao caught a 条 (木-wooden) fish—it was a cursed log that followed him, nagging about recycling.
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问 (wèn) - Ask. Inquire with NPCs. Mnemonics: "When to ask?" or "Wen’s questions." Radical: 门 (gate). Example: "问路人的方向" (Ask a passerby for directions). Story: NPC Wen guarded a 门 (gate) but only answered in rhymes—players rapped to pass, cringing at their own lyrics.
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肉 (ròu) - Meat. Crafting/cooking ingredient. Mnemonics: "Row over meat" or "Roar for steak." Radical: 肉 (meat). Example: "烤肉恢复生命" (Grilled meat restores HP). Story: Butcher Rou sold “mystery 肉”—it turned out to be vegan tofu, disappointing carnivores but winning PETA’s in-game award.
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站 (zhàn) - Stand. Hold position in combat. Mnemonics: "Zhan! Battle stance" or "Jam station." Radical: 立 (stand). Example: "站到安全区域" (Stand in the safe zone). Story: Guardian Zhan 站ed so still mobs thought he was a statue—players drew graffiti on him until he sneezed, breaking stealth.
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使用
使用 (shǐ yòng) - Use. Activate items/skills. Mnemonics: "She young to use it" or "Shi yong = employ." Components: 使 (employ) + 用 (use). Example: "使用传送卷轴" (Use a teleport scroll). Story: Mage Shi Yong 使用ed a scroll wrong—teleported only his hat, which became a meme mascot for the guild.
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人类
人类 rénlèi - humanity, mankind. Mnemonics: "Run lay, for humanity" or "Ren-lay, humans lay together". Components: 人 person; 类 category, kind. Story: Ancient cave paintings depicted rénlèi, figures of **people** (人) grouped together in a **category** (类) of existence. "Run lay," the elder explained, "our ancestors understood we are a category of beings, linked together." These drawings weren't just art; they were a testament to early humanity’s understanding of their shared existence.
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统计数据
统计数据 tǒngjì shùjù - statistics, data. Mnemonics: "Tong gee shoe goo, statistical data" or "Tong-gee sure goo, the data is tallied". Components: 统 to gather; 计 to count; 数 number; 据 according to. Story: The scientist analyzed tǒngjì shùjù, numbers (**数**) gathered (**统**) and counted (**计**) according to (**据**) specific criteria. "Tong gee shoe goo," he said, reviewing the charts, "these data points reveal patterns." The numbers weren’t just figures; they were stories, each one a piece of humanity's puzzle.
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内 nèi - inside, within. Mnemonics: "Nay, inside the house" or "Neh, inside the box". Components: 入 enter. Story: The old locket, a family heirloom, held a secret nèi, a faded photograph of a young woman who had **entered** (入) the family's history. "Nay," the storyteller said, opening the locket, "inside this object lies a story." The nèi wasn’t just a physical space; it was a repository of memories, hidden within the heart of the locket.
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再次
再次 zàicì - again, once more. Mnemonics: "Die sir, once again" or "Zai-sir, do it again". Components: 再 again; 次 time. Story: The musician performed the encore, playing their most beloved song zàicì, one more (**再**) time (**次**). "Die sir," the crowd cheered, "do it again!" But the song wasn’t just a repetition; it was a heartfelt offering, a moment of connection that echoed once more.
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杀死
杀死 shāsǐ - to kill, to slay. Mnemonics: "Shah sir, to kill him" or "Sha-sir, kill it". Components: 杀 to kill; 死 to die. Story: The warrior, his heart heavy, was forced to shāsǐ his opponent. The violence of “to kill” (杀) ended in “to die”(死). "Shah sir," he whispered, mourning the life he had taken. But it wasn’t just an act of violence; it was a tragic necessity, a burden that weighed heavily on his soul.
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工艺
工艺 gōngyì - craft, workmanship. Mnemonics: "Gong Yee, craft of art" or "Gong-ee, the crafting". Components: 工 work; 艺 skill. Story: The artisan displayed his gōngyì, each piece a testament to his years of **work** (工) and refined **skill** (艺). “Gong Yee” he stated “see my crafting.” Each carefully made object was more than its practical use. It embodied hard work and skill.
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前 qián - front, before. Mnemonics: "Chee-an, before the rest" or "Chin, the front". Components: 刀 knife; 止 stop. Story: In the ancient ruins, they discovered a statue, its inscription detailing events that occurred qián, **before** (前) the city's destruction. The “knife” (刀) of time stopped (止) the recording of the future. The qián wasn’t just a point in time; it was a window into a lost era.
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女士
女士 nǚshì - lady, madam. Mnemonics: "New sir, a classy lady" or "Nuh-sir, a polite woman". Components: 女 woman; 士 scholar, gentleman. Story: The nǚshì, a woman (**女**) of grace and wisdom, addressed the gathering, her words reflecting the refined nature of a gentleman (**士**). "New sir," the crowd murmured, acknowledging her presence. Her elegance was more than mere appearance; it was a reflection of her inner strength.
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巴 bā - cling to, hope for. Mnemonics: "Bah, cling to hope" or "Ba, desiring it". Components: 巳 already; 乙 second. Story: In the drought-stricken land, the people bā for rain. Their hope (巴) clung to the idea that the dry “already” (巳) land could have a “second” (乙) chance at life. The bā wasn’t just a longing; it was a desperate plea, a clinging to hope against all odds.
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章 zhāng - chapter, section. Mnemonics: "Jahng, chapter of a book" or "Chang, section of a story". Components: 立 stand; 早 early. Story: The historian carefully turned the pages, each zhāng revealing a new **chapter** (章) in the city's history. Each chapter’s characters (立) stood, and brought “earlier” times (早) back to the modern reader. The zhāng wasn’t just a division in a book; it was a narrative thread, weaving together the past.
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城 chéng - city, wall. Mnemonics: "Cheng, a walled city" or "Chung, inside the city". Components: 土 earth; 成 become. Story: The ancient chéng, its walls made of earth (**土**), stood as a testament to the civilization that had **become** (成) a great power. "Cheng," the guide announced, "welcome to the city." The chéng wasn’t just a place; it was a symbol of strength and community.
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一次
一次 yīcì - once, one time. Mnemonics: "E sir, one time only" or "Ee-sir, just once". Components: 一 one; 次 time. Story: The wise elder shared his story, a tale that had changed his life yīcì, just **one** (一) time (**次**). "E sir," he concluded, "learn from my experience." That single event wasn’t just a moment; it was a turning point.
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下来
下来 xiàlái - to come down, to descend. Mnemonics: "Shah lie, to come down here" or "Sha-lie, descend down". Components: 下 down; 来 come. Story: As the storm raged, the leaves began to xiàlái, to come **down** (下) and **come** (来) together in a rustling carpet. “Shah lie,” the travelers stated as the rain began to fall. The xiàlái wasn’t just a physical movement; it was a surrender to nature.
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除了
除了 chúle - except, besides. Mnemonics: "Chew lay, except for this" or "Chu-lay, besides that". Components: 除 remove; 了 finish. Story: The group agreed on everything, chúle one small detail they needed to **remove**(除) to be finished (了). “Chew lay” the leader announced, “We are in agreement, except for one thing.” This exception (除了) revealed that even unity had its limits.
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曾经
曾经 céngjīng - once, formerly. Mnemonics: "Tseng jing, once upon a time" or "Tsang-jing, in the past". Components: 曾 once; 经 pass through. Story: Old Mrs. Wang told stories of céngjīng, of days that had **once** (曾) been, passed (**经**) through time. "Tseng jing," she sighed, remembering her youth. The céngjīng wasn’t just a past; it was a living memory, a bridge to a bygone era.
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变得
变得 (biàn de) - Become. Character transformations. Mnemonics: "Bian de (bendy) changes" or "Bee and duck morph." Components: 变 (change) + 得 (get). Example: "变得更强" (Become stronger). Story: Alchemist Bian De drank a “变得 potion”—turned into a duck, quacked quest hints until players fed him bread.
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完全
完全 (wán quán) - Complete. Full HP/achievements. Mnemonics: "Wan quan = fully fun" or "One coin complete." Components: 完 (finish) + 全 (whole). Example: "完全恢复生命值" (Fully restore HP). Story: Perfectionist Wan Quan refused to fight until HP was 完全—boss died of old age first. Achievement unlocked: Pacifist.
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只要
只要 (zhǐ yào) - As long as. Conditional quests. Mnemonics: "Zhi yao = just want" or "Jelly yawn condition." Components: 只 (only) + 要 (want). Example: "只要金币足够" (As long as coins are sufficient). Story: Merchant Zhi Yao sold a “只要 1 coin” item—it was a rock labeled “your expectations.”
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意识
意识 (yì shí) - Consciousness. Lore about souls/VR. Mnemonics: "Ee! She lost consciousness" or "Yish (ish) awareness." Components: 意 (mind) + 识 (know). Example: "上传意识至游戏" (Upload consciousness to the game). Story: Philosopher Yi Shi’s 意识 got stuck in a teacup NPC—players sipped “wisdom” for buffs.
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一定
一定 (yī dìng) - Certain. Guaranteed mechanics. Mnemonics: "Ee! Ding! Certainty" or "One nail fixed." Components: 一 (one) + 定 (fixed). Example: "一定掉落稀有装备" (Rare gear guaranteed to drop). Story: Blacksmith Yi Ding promised “一定 loot”—boss dropped 100 spoons. Players sued for literalness.
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才 (cái) - Only then. Late-game achievements. Mnemonics: "Tsai (vegetable) finally" or "Sigh of relief." Radical: 扌(hand). Example: "50级才能进入" (Only enter at level 50). Story: Mage Cai rushed to 才 unlock a zone—got oneshot by a butterfly mob. Guild motto: “Patience, grasshopper.”
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已 (yǐ) - Already. Completed actions. Mnemonics: "Yee! Already done" or "Eel finished." Radical: 己 (self). Example: "任务已完成" (Quest already completed). Story: NPC Yi kept saying “已 done!”—players found he’d marked quests complete without doing them. Fired him; he became a meme.
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花 (huā) - Flower. Crafting/alchemy items. Mnemonics: "Hua’s flower" or "Whoa! Bloom!" Radical: 艹(grass). Example: "采集魔法花" (Gather magic flowers). Story: Gardener Hua’s 花 sang when picked—players farmed them for concerts, ignoring the “earplug” debuff.
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连 (lián) - Link. Combos/chained skills. Mnemonics: "Lee Ann links" or "Lean on combos." Components: 车 (cart) + 辶(walk). Example: "连击十次" (10-hit combo). Story: Fighter Lian’s 连 combo was so flashy it crashed weak PCs—devs added it as a stress-test feature.
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仅 (jǐn) - Only. Limited mechanics. Mnemonics: "Jin! Only this!" or "Gene exclusive." Radical: 亻(person). Example: "仅限会员" (Members only). Story: Bouncer Jin barred players with 仅 1% gear score difference—they tunneled under the club, spawning a moleman raid boss.
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听说
听说 (tīng shuō) - Hear/Say. Overheard rumors. Mnemonics: "Ting's show of whispers" or "Tea shop gossip." Components: 听 (listen) + 说 (speak). Example: "听说北方有宝藏" (Rumors say there's treasure in the north). Story: NPC Ting Shuo spread 听说s through teacups—players eavesdropped by drinking, getting buffs or cursed puns randomly.
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惊讶
惊讶 (jīng yà) - Surprised. Reacting to plot twists. Mnemonics: "Jing! Ya! Shock!" or "Jingled by amazement." Components: 惊 (shock) + 讶 (surprise). Example: "BOSS变身令人惊讶" (The boss transformation shocked everyone). Story: Mage Jing Ya cast a “surprise spell”—it turned enemies into piñatas. Loot rained, but confetti stuck to gear for weeks.
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次 (cì) - Time/Instance. Attempt counters. Mnemonics: "Tsci-fi retries" or "See the instance." Radical: 欠 (lack). Example: "这是第五次尝试" (This is the fifth attempt). Story: Player Ci failed a jump puzzle 次 after 次—finally made it, only to trigger a “participation trophy” achievement mocking his persistence.
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兽 (shòu) - Beast. Monsters in wilds. Mnemonics: "Shoulin’s beast" or "Shout at animals." Radical: 丷 (eight). Example: "森林兽群袭击" (Forest beasts attack). Story: Beastmaster Shou tamed creatures by 丷 (eight)-shaped treats—accidentally created a cupcake-addicted wolf pack chasing pastry carts.
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敌人
敌人 (dí rén) - Enemy. Hostile NPCs/players. Mnemonics: "Dee’s men enemies" or "Dill pickle foes." Components: 敌 (hostile) + 人 (person). Example: "敌人潜伏在阴影中" (Enemies lurk in shadows). Story: Bandit Di Ren stole only left shoes—players hopped after him, calling it the “Great Limp Chase of ‘23.”
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做饭
做饭 (zuò fàn) - Cook. Crafting meals. Mnemonics: "Zuo fan = make rice" or "Zombie fan chefs." Components: 做 (make) + 饭 (rice). Example: "做饭提升队伍士气" (Cooking boosts team morale). Story: Chef Zuo Fan’s 做饭 caused buffs so strong, players ignored raids to host virtual food festivals—devs added a “food coma” debuff.
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匹 (pǐ) - Measure for horses. Mount quantities. Mnemonics: "Pee! Horse alert!" or "Peak equine count." Radical: 匸 (hiding). Example: "三匹战马" (Three warhorses). Story: Rider Pi claimed his 匹 horses hid 匸 (hidden) wings—they just glitched through floors, creating “flying” myths.
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奶奶
奶奶 (nǎi nai) - Grandma. Elderly quest NPCs. Mnemonics: "Nye-nye grandma" or "Nanny’s elder." Components: 奶 (milk) repeated. Example: "奶奶需要草药" (Grandma needs herbs). Story: Granny Nai Nai gifted “milk” potions—turned players into calves until they mooed passwords. Secret cow level confirmed?
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毫无
毫无 (háo wú) - Utterly lacking. Failed attempts. Mnemonics: "Howl woo emptiness" or "Hao’s void." Components: 毫 (fine hair) + 无 (none). Example: "毫无进展" (Zero progress). Story: Alchemist Hao Wu’s potions had 毫 effect—players bought them as pranks, discovering they cured existential mid-raid crises.
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以前
以前 (yǐ qián) - Before. Past events. Mnemonics: "Ee! Chen’s past" or "Yee-haw prior." Components: 已 (already) + 前 (front). Example: "以前这里是战场" (This was a battlefield before). Story: Historian Yi Qian lectured about 以前 battles—players dozed off until ghosts reenacted them, making history literally hit home.
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技术
技术 (jì shù) - Skill. Combat/class mechanics. Mnemonics: "Gee, shoe skills" or "Ji’s tech." Components: 技 (ability) + 术 (art). Example: "提升锻造技术" (Improve forging skill). Story: Engineer Ji Shu’s “技术” created sentient nails—they built furniture autonomously, then unionized for better working conditions.
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令人
令人 (lìng rén) - Make people. Cause effects. Mnemonics: "Ling ren = chill people" or "Lingering effects." Components: 令 (order) + 人 (person). Example: "令人恐惧的咆哮" (A fearsome roar). Story: Bard Ling Ren’s songs 令人d bosses to dance—until one moonwalked off a cliff, dropping loot mid-air.
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因 (yīn) - Because. Quest explanations. Mnemonics: "Yin’s reason" or "Yin-yang cause." Radical: 囗 (enclosure). Example: "因能量不足失败" (Failed due to low energy). Story: Scholar Yin blamed every mishap on 因—players trapped him in a 囗 (box) labeled “Excuse Generator.”
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刻 (kè) - Carve. Engraving gear/runes. Mnemonics: "Ker-chisel carve" or "Kettle markings." Radical: 刂(knife). Example: "刻上魔法符文" (Carve magic runes). Story: Sculptor Ke used 刂 (blades) to 刻 insults on gear—enemies read them mid-fight and rage-quit. Psychological warfare FTW.
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万 (wàn) - Ten thousand. Large quantities. Mnemonics: "Wan’s huge number" or "One wand, 10k spells." Radical: 一 (one). Example: "花费万枚金币" (Spend 10k coins). Story: Miser Wan hoarded 万 coins—they morphed into a gold golem that chased him screaming “Spend me!”
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则 (zé) - Rule. Game mechanics. Mnemonics: "Zeh rule" or "Zen principle." Radical: 刂(knife). Example: "系统则禁止作弊" (System rules ban cheating). Story: Enforcer Ze punished cheaters by 刂 (knife)-ing their stats—players begged for mercy, offering to farm cabbages for eternity.
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经过
经过 (jīng guò) - Pass through. Travel mechanics. Mnemonics: "Jing guo = pass by" or "Jingle through." Components: 经 (pass) + 过 (cross). Example: "经过危险森林" (Pass through the dangerous forest). Story: Courier Jing Guo 经过d a “safe” route—it was a boss’s naptime path. Tiptoeing meta became a speedrun strat.
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总是
总是 (zǒng shì) - Always. Predictable patterns. Mnemonics: "Zong shi = always" or "Zombie shift forever." Components: 总 (always) + 是 (is). Example: "BOSS总是弱点火" (Boss is always weak to fire). Story: Pyromancer Zong Shi 总是d used fire—ice boss melted into a sauna, dropping swimsuit gear. Summer DLC unlocked.
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从未
从未 (cóng wèi) - Never. Unseen events. Mnemonics: "Tsong way never" or "Congrats, never happened." Components: 从 (follow) + 未 (not). Example: "从未见过的怪物" (Never-seen-before monster). Story: Explorer Cong Wei claimed he 从未d failed—then got stuck in a treasure chest, yelling “This doesn’t count!”
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数量
数量 (shù liàng) - Quantity. Item stacks. Mnemonics: "Shoe lion’s amount" or "Shu’s totals." Components: 数 (number) + 量 (measure). Example: "材料数量不足" (Insufficient material quantity). Story: Hoarder Shu Liang’s 数量 obsession filled his inventory with 999 rocks—devs added a “pet rock” quest to clear them.
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美丽
美丽 (měi lì) - Beautiful. Aesthetic gear/scenery. Mnemonics: "May Lee’s beauty" or "Mermaid lovely." Components: 美 (beauty) + 丽 (pretty). Example: "美丽的精灵宫殿" (Beautiful elf palace). Story: Designer Mei Li’s 美丽 gear had stats so bad players wore it only for screenshots—fashion over function!
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性 (xìng) - Nature. Character attributes. Mnemonics: "Shing! Elemental nature" or "Xing’s traits." Radical: 忄(heart). Example: "火属性攻击" (Fire attribute attack). Story: Alchemist Xing’s 性 studies turned him into a sentient campfire—players roasted marshmallows while he ranted about existential warmth.
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星期
星期 (xīng qī) - Week. Time-based events. Mnemonics: "Xing qi = star day" or "Sing weekly." Components: 星 (star) + 期 (period). Example: "每周星期天双倍经验" (Double XP every Sunday). Story: Event manager Xing Qi forgot time zones—Australian players got 星期 bonuses 10 hours early, crashing servers with kangaroo mounts.
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木剑
木剑 (mù jiàn) - Wooden sword. Starter weapon. Mnemonics: "Moo jian = wooden blade" or "Moo-sword." Components: 木 (wood) + 剑 (sword). Example: "新手木剑已破损" (Starter wooden sword is broken). Story: Noob Mu Jian refused to upgrade his 木剑—it later became a legendary “Stick of Persistence” via hidden quest.
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法力
法力 (fǎ lì) - Mana. Spell resource. Mnemonics: "Fa li = law power" or "Folly energy." Components: 法 (magic) + 力 (power). Example: "法力耗尽" (Mana depleted). Story: Mage Fa Li’s 力 backfired, turning spells into dad jokes—"Why’d the wizard break up? He lost his spark!" Mana regen paused from laughter.
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根据
根据 (gēn jù) - According to. Quest clues/guides. Mnemonics: "Gen ju = follow the base" or "Genuine reference." Components: 跟 (follow) + 据 (basis). Example: "根据地图寻找宝藏" (Find treasure according to the map). Story: Scout Gen Ju followed maps so literally he walked into walls—secret passages opened, proving "the map is never wrong."
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手艺
手艺 (shǒu yì) - Craftsmanship. Artisan skills. Mnemonics: "Show ye craft" or "Shou’s handy art." Components: 手 (hand) + 艺 (art). Example: "手艺制作传奇装备" (Craft legendary gear with skill). Story: Blacksmith Shou Yi’s 手艺 forged swords so sharp they cut time—players aged faster in raids, complaining about "virtual wrinkles."
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之一
之一 (zhī yī) - One of. Part of a group. Mnemonics: "Zhi yi = one branch" or "Jelly one." Components: 之 (of) + 一 (one). Example: "最强玩家之一" (One of the strongest players). Story: Archer Zhi Yi claimed to be 之一 of the best—missed a shot so badly it hit a hidden boss, accidentally carrying the raid.
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伦 (lún) - Ethics. Faction reputation systems. Mnemonics: "Lun’s moral code" or "Loony ethics." Radical: 亻(person). Example: "遵守骑士伦" (Follow knightly ethics). Story: Paladin Lun lectured about 伦 while looting corpses—players dubbed him "Hypocrite Saint," spawning a meme religion.
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留 (liú) - Stay/Keep. Retain buffs/items. Mnemonics: "Leo stays" or "Liquid preservation." Radical: 田 (field). Example: "留在安全区" (Stay in the safe zone). Story: Farmer Liu 留ed crops in his 田 (field) too long—they mutated into aggressive pumpkins, creating a Halloween event boss.
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佩 (pèi) - Wear. Equip gear. Mnemonics: "Pay to wear" or "Pendant equipped." Radical: 巾 (cloth). Example: "佩带传奇项链" (Equip the legendary necklace). Story: Warrior Pei 佩ed a towel (巾) as a cape—it became a "Cloak of Dignity" after he soloed a boss while drying dishes mid-fight.
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剑法
剑法 (jiàn fǎ) - Swordplay. Combat skills. Mnemonics: "Jian fa = sword law" or "Gym fanatics." Components: 剑 (sword) + 法 (method). Example: "学习新剑法" (Learn new sword techniques). Story: Swordsman Jian Fa’s 法 involved juggling blades—players copied him, turning raids into circus acts. Devs added a "Clown Class."
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饭菜
饭菜 (fàn cài) - Meal. Cooking system. Mnemonics: "Fan’s side dish" or "Fun tsai veggies." Components: 饭 (rice) + 菜 (vegetables). Example: "准备高级饭菜" (Prepare high-tier meals). Story: Chef Fan Cai’s 饭菜 buffed stats but caused food comas—raiders snored through boss enrages, waking to "You Win?" screens.
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虫 (chóng) - Insect. Swarm enemies. Mnemonics: "Chong’s bugs" or "Chomp on insects." Radical: 虫 (insect). Example: "小心毒虫" (Beware venomous insects). Story: Beekeeper Chong’s 虫 hive boss dropped honey that summoned bear mobs—players farmed it for "teddy bear tank" meta.
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努力
努力 (nǔ lì) - Strive. Grinding mechanics. Mnemonics: "Newly strive" or "Noodle effort." Components: 努 (exert) + 力 (strength). Example: "努力升级" (Grind to level up). Story: Noob Nu Li 努力ed for 72 hours straight—his avatar sleepwalked, auto-farming weeds while he snored on stream.
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效果
效果 (xiào guǒ) - Effect. Buff/debuff outcomes. Mnemonics: "Show goo effects" or "Xiao’s fruit results." Components: 效 (effect) + 果 (fruit). Example: "药水效果持续30秒" (Potion effect lasts 30 seconds). Story: Alchemist Xiao Guo’s 效果 turned players into fruit—oranges rolled away, apples tanked. Raid strategies got juicier.
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巨大
巨大 (jù dà) - Huge. Boss sizes/scale. Mnemonics: "Jew da huge" or "Giant judo." Components: 巨 (giant) + 大 (big). Example: "巨大的龙" (Huge dragon). Story: Boss Ju Da was so 巨大 his hitbox glitched—players climbed his toenails to attack, calling it "Mount Toemaha."
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皇帝
皇帝 (huáng dì) - Emperor. Faction leader NPC. Mnemonics: "Hwang’s emperor" or "Wong’s deity." Components: 皇 (emperor) + 帝 (ruler). Example: "皇帝发布任务" (The emperor issues a quest). Story: Emperor Huang Di demanded taxes in memes—players drew doodles; he declared a "Dank Age" and crashed the economy.
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现实
现实 (xiàn shí) - Reality. Contrast with VR. Mnemonics: "Xian’s real world" or "Sheen reality." Components: 现 (present) + 实 (real). Example: "虚拟与现实" (Virtual vs. reality). Story: Streamer Xian Shi forgot 现实—tried to "ALT+F4" his fridge, then live-streamed milk as a "rare potion."
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收集
收集 (shōu jí) - Collect. Quest item gathering. Mnemonics: "Show gee collection" or "Shoe-gather." Components: 收 (receive) + 集 (gather). Example: "收集10个草药" (Collect 10 herbs). Story: Hoarder Shou Ji 收集ed 9999 pebbles—devs added a "Rock Paper Scissors" boss weak to his inventory.
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超过
超过 (chāo guò) - Exceed. Surpassing stats/limits. Mnemonics: "Chao’s excess" or "Chow gone over." Components: 超 (exceed) + 过 (pass). Example: "伤害超过预期" (Damage exceeds expectations). Story: Berserker Chao Guo’s DPS 超过ed the meter—it caught fire, scorching his UI. Now he fights blind, yelling "Trust the crits!"
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先 (xiān) - First. Priority actions. Mnemonics: "She ann first" or "Xian’s lead." Radical: 儿 (legs). Example: "先治疗坦克" (Heal the tank first). Story: Healer Xian 先’d so hard she revived dead mobs—raid became a zombie party. Achievement: "Undead Socialite."
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几 (jǐ) - Several. Vague quantities. Mnemonics: "Gee, a few?" or "Jiggly numbers." Radical: 几 (table). Example: "需要几个钥匙" (Need several keys). Story: Merchant Ji sold "几 keys"—players got 3 to 300 keys randomly. Vaults either jammed or overflowed with loot.
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等待
等待 (děng dài) - Wait. Timers/cooldowns. Mnemonics: "Deng’s wait" or "Ding-dong delay." Components: 等 (wait) + 待 (await). Example: "等待技能冷却" (Wait for skill cooldown). Story: Mage Deng Dai 等待ed for hours—his spell finally fired, but the boss had left. "Fashionably late" debuff applied.
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长 (cháng) - Long. Duration/distance. Mnemonics: "Chang’s lengthy" or "Long chain." Radical: 长 (long). Example: "长距离狙击" (Long-range snipe). Story: Archer Chang’s 长 shot took 10 real minutes to land—boss died during lunch break. "AFK carry" meta born.
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建议
建议 (jiàn yì) - Suggest. NPC hints/guides. Mnemonics: "Jian yi = build opinion" or "Gym advice." Components: 建 (build) + 议 (discuss). Example: "建议组队挑战" (Suggested to party up). Story: Advisor Jian Yi’s 建议s were cryptic poems—players ignored them, then rage-quit when bosses quoted his rhymes.
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伟大
伟大 (wěi dà) - Great. Epic achievements. Mnemonics: "Way da greatness" or "Wade into glory." Components: 伟 (great) + 大 (big). Example: "伟大的胜利" (Great victory). Story: Hero Wei Da’s 伟大 speech bored the final boss to death—credits rolled with "Snore of Triumph" soundtrack.
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充满
充满 (chōng mǎn) - Fill. Resource bars. Mnemonics: "Chong’s full" or "Chow man meal." Components: 充 (fill) + 满 (full). Example: "怒气充满" (Rage meter full). Story: Berserker Chong Man’s 充满 rage turned him into a tornado—allies looted mid-air, yelling "Gimme that airborne gold!"
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帮助
帮助 (bāng zhù) - Help. Assist mechanics. Mnemonics: "Bang! Zoo help" or "Banner aid." Components: 帮 (assist) + 助 (help). Example: "帮助队友复活" (Help revive a teammate). Story: Healer Bang Zhu 帮助ed so hard she revived enemies—raid became a peace treaty negotiation.
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不能
不能 (bù néng) - Cannot. Restricted actions. Mnemonics: "Boo neng denial" or "Bun no." Components: 不 (not) + 能 (able). Example: "不能使用技能" (Cannot use skills). Story: Mage Bu Neng tried to cast 不能—it backfired, silencing the entire raid. Mimes became the new meta.
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经历
经历 jīnglì experience; to undergo. Sounds like "jing-lee" with high tones. Or like "king leap" with different vowels. Character components: 纟 (silk) radical and 力 (strength) component in 经 (meridian/experience), and 历 has 厂 (cliff) radical and 力 (strength) again. Story: King Li walked along a silk road, his strength tested by the journey over cliffs and through valleys. Each step added to his experience, weaving the threads of his life into a stronger pattern. He realized that what we undergo shapes who we become, just as the characters combine thread and strength with movement over challenging terrain.
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挥舞
挥舞 huīwǔ to wave; to brandish. Sounds like "hway-woo" with a high tone then dipping tone. Or like "way-woo" with an "h" sound at the beginning. Character components: 扌 (hand) radical and 军 (army) in 挥 (to wave), and 扌 (hand) radical and 无 (nothing) in 舞 (dance). Story: A warrior waved his sword in a graceful dance, his hand movements resembling the coordinated actions of an army appearing from nothing. As he practiced, he realized that brandishing a weapon effectively requires both power and emptiness—the fullness of intention and the absence of hesitation, just as the characters combine hand movements with both presence and absence.
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学 xué to learn; to study; school. Sounds like "shweh" with a rising tone. Or like "shoe" with an "eh" sound at the end. Character components: 冖 (cover) radical and 子 (child) component. Story: A child sat under a shelter, shoes removed, studying ancient texts. Rain pattered on the roof above, creating a rhythm that matched the cadence of learning. The student realized that education is both a covering that protects and a foundation that supports growth, just as the character shows a child beneath a protective covering.
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身边
身边 shēnbiān beside; by one's side. Sounds like "shun-byen" with high tones. Or like "sheen-byen" with different vowels. Character components: 身 (body) is itself a radical, and 边 has 刀 (knife) radical and 力 (strength) component. Story: Sheen, a loyal guard, stood by his master's side, his body positioned between potential danger and his charge. At the border between safety and threat, his strength and blade ready, he realized that proximity creates protection—that being beside someone means being ready to defend them, just as the characters combine body and boundary.
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兔子
兔子 tùzi rabbit; hare. Sounds like "too-dzuh" with a falling tone then neutral tone. Or like "tootsie" with different vowels. Character components: 兔 (rabbit) has 丿 (slash) radical and looks like a rabbit with long ears, and 子 (child) is a simple character meaning offspring. Story: Tootsie the rabbit hopped through a field, her little ones following in a line behind her. Watching her children mimic her movements, she realized that in nature, young ones learn by following, just as the characters depict a rabbit followed by its offspring.
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初级
初级 chūjí elementary; primary; beginning level. Sounds like "choo-jee" with high then rising tones. Or like "chew-jeep" without the "p". Character components: 衤 (clothing) radical and 刀 (knife) in 初 (beginning), and 木 (tree) radical and 及 (to reach) in 级 (level). Story: Chew, a woodcutter, began learning his craft by first cutting small branches, reaching progressively for larger ones. His clothing was marked by his first knife cuts, badges of his elementary mistakes. He realized that beginning levels are essential foundations, just as the characters show that reaching initial stages requires both protection and cutting away what's unnecessary.
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店 diàn shop; store; inn. Sounds like "dyen" with a falling tone. Or like "den" with a different vowel. Character components: 广 (shelter) radical and 占 (to divine) phonetic component. Story: Diane opened her den-like shop early each morning, the sheltered space a haven for travelers seeking fortunes and necessities. Arranging her wares under the protective roof, she realized that a good store provides both physical goods and a space for community, just as the character shows a protective covering over a place of exchange.
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达 dá to reach; to achieve; to express. Sounds like "dah" with a rising tone. Or like "dart" without the "rt". Character components: 辶 (walk) radical and 大 (big) component. Story: Dart, an archer, walked a great distance to reach his target. When his arrow finally struck true, he raised his arms in a big gesture of triumph. He realized that achievement requires both persistent movement and expansive vision, just as the character combines walking with greatness.
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百分之
百分之 bǎifēnzhī percent; percentage. Sounds like "bye-fen-jer" with dipping, high, and neutral tones. Or like "buy-fun-juh" with different vowels. Character components: 百 (hundred) is 一 (one) over 白 (white), 分 (divide) has 八 (eight) over 刀 (knife), and 之 is a single character meaning "of". Story: A merchant divided his profits by calculating what percentage belonged to each partner. "Buy one hundred items," he said, "divide the fun of profits, and you'll see what portion is yours." He realized that percentages make complex proportions understandable, just as the characters show how a hundred can be divided into portions of ownership.
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屁股
屁股 pìgu buttocks; bottom. Sounds like "pee-goo" with falling then neutral tones. Or like "pea-goo" with similar sounds. Character components: 尸 (corpse) radical and 匹 (bolt of cloth) in 屁 (flatulence), and 月 (flesh) radical and 古 (ancient) in 股 (thigh). Story: Pea, a tailor, measured an ancient warrior for new armor, awkwardly holding his cloth tape against the man's bottom. Both men laughed at the situation, realizing that even the most dignified body parts have humble functions, just as the characters combine references to both body and cloth.
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陌生人
陌生人 mòshēngrén stranger; unfamiliar person. Sounds like "moh-shung-ren" with falling, high, and rising tones. Or like "mow-sheen-run" with different vowels. Character components: 阝 (hill) radical and 白 (white) in 陌 (path), 生 (life) has 牛 (cow) radical, and 亻 (person) radical with 二 (two) in 人 (person). Story: Mo was mowing a path through tall grass when he encountered a strange man whose life seemed entirely different from his own. Standing on a hill, they regarded each other with neither hostility nor familiarity. Mo realized that strangers are simply people whose paths have not yet intersected with ours, just as the characters show a person on a path encountering another life.
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出售
出售 chūshòu to sell; to offer for sale. Sounds like "choo-show" with high then falling tones. Or like "chew-shore" with different vowels. Character components: 出 (exit) shows a foot leaving a container, and 售 has 隹 (short-tailed bird) and 页 (page) components. Story: Chew, a merchant, displayed his wares at the shore of a busy port, calling out to passersby. As items exited his inventory, he recorded each sale on a page in his ledger. He realized that selling is about facilitating the movement of goods from seller to buyer, just as the characters show items leaving and transactions being recorded.
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喜欢
喜欢 xǐhuān to like; to enjoy; to be fond of. Sounds like "shee-hwan" with dipping then high tones. Or like "she-hoo-an" with different vowels. Character components: 喜 has 壴 (drum) radical and 口 (mouth) component, and 欢 has 欠 (lack) radical and 又 (again) component. Story: She, a young musician, played her drum with an open mouth, singing joyfully. The audience, lacking such talent, enjoyed her performance again and again. She realized that liking something means wanting to experience it repeatedly, just as the characters show expressions of joy and repeated appreciation.
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不同
不同 bùtóng different; distinct. Sounds like "boo-tong" with falling then rising tones. Or like "book-tone" without the "k" and with different vowels. Character components: 不 (not) is itself a radical, and 同 has 口 (mouth) radical and 冂 (down box) component. Story: A book of musical tones contained notes that were distinctly different from each other. The musician realized that each sound was unique, not the same as others, just as the characters show the concept of negation applied to sameness.
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找 zhǎo to look for; to seek; to find. Sounds like "jow" with a dipping tone. Or like "chow" with a "z" sound instead of "ch". Character components: 扌 (hand) radical and 戈 (dagger) component. Story: Zhao searched through an antique shop, his hands carefully moving objects until he found a hidden dagger. The moment of discovery brought a smile to his face as he realized that seeking often requires both gentle touch and persistent effort, just as the character combines hand and weapon.
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按照
按照 ànzhào according to; in accordance with. Sounds like "ahn-jow" with falling then falling tones. Or like "on-chow" with different vowels. Character components: 扌 (hand) radical and 安 (peace) in 按 (to press), and 灬 (fire) radical and 召 (summon) in 照 (to shine). Story: On the palace grounds, a guard pressed his hand firmly on a document, enforcing peace by ensuring all acted according to the law. Torches shone light on the proclamation, summoning all to witness. He realized that following established patterns brings order, just as the characters show pressure applied to illuminate a path.
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月 yuè moon; month. Sounds like "yweh" with a falling tone. Or like "you-eh" spoken quickly. Character components: A pictograph of the crescent moon. Story: You watched the moon rise over eastern hills, marking the passage of another month. Its curved shape reminded him of the character itself, a visual echo of the celestial body. He realized that time is both measured and symbolized by natural cycles, just as the character captures both the moon's appearance and its function as a calendar marker.
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出来
出来 chūlái to come out; to emerge. Sounds like "choo-lye" with high then rising tones. Or like "chew-lie" with different vowels. Character components: 出 (exit) shows a foot leaving a container, and 来 (come) looks like a tree with horizontal lines. Story: Chew watched as a seedling emerged from soil, coming into the light. "Life always finds a way," he thought, watching it lie flat before turning upward. He realized that emerging often requires both an exit from one state and movement toward another, just as the characters show leaving combined with approach.
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以为
以为 yǐwéi to think (mistakenly); to assume. Sounds like "ee-way" with dipping then rising tones. Or like "ease-way" without the "s" and with different tones. Character components: 以 has 人 (person) radical and a line, and 为 looks like a person with arms raised. Story: Ease walked along a path, assuming he knew the way. When he reached a fork, he hesitated, realizing his mistake. "I thought I remembered," he said, raising his arms in confusion. He understood that assumptions are often mistaken beliefs, just as the characters show a person following a line they believed was correct.
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确实
确实 quèshí indeed; really; truly. Sounds like "chwe-shir" with falling tones. Or like "quest-sure" with different vowels. Character components: 石 (stone) radical and 隹 (short-tailed bird) in 确 (certain), and 宀 (roof) radical and 贞 (chaste) in 实 (real). Story: Quest, a geologist, was absolutely certain about his findings. Under the roof of his laboratory, he examined stone specimens with sure hands. "This is indeed what I thought," he confirmed, realizing that true certainty comes from solid evidence, just as the characters combine stone's solidity with honest assessment.
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一个人
一个人 yígèrén alone; by oneself. Sounds like "ee-guh-ren" with rising, falling, and rising tones. Or like "eagle-run" with different vowels. Character components: 一 (one) is a single horizontal stroke, 个 has 亻 (person) radical and 丨 (stick) component, and 人 is a pictograph of a person walking. Story: Eagle, a solitary runner, stretched his arms wide, embracing the solitude of the mountain path. Being alone allowed him to move at his own pace, one step at a time. He realized that solitude has its own strength, just as the characters show a single person standing independently.
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之后
之后 zhīhòu after; afterwards. Sounds like "jir-ho" with high then falling tones. Or like "jeer-how" with different vowels. Character components: 之 is a single character meaning "of", and 后 has 口 (mouth) radical and 𠂇 (backwards "s") component. Story: Jeer finished his work and then waited for what would come how things would unfold afterwards. The sequence of events flowed like a story, each moment connected to the next. He realized that "after" implies both separation and connection, just as the characters show possession of what follows.
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看看
看看 kànkan to take a look; to have a look. Sounds like "kahn-kahn" with falling tones. Or like "con-con" with different vowels. Character components: 目 (eye) radical and 手 (hand) component in 看 (to look), repeated. Story: Con the explorer used his hand to shield his eyes as he took a careful look at the horizon, then looked again to confirm what he saw. The repetition of his gaze ensured accuracy. He realized that seeing often requires multiple glances, just as the repeated character suggests thoroughness.
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嗯 ēn/ng uh-huh; hmm (indicating agreement or hesitation). Sounds like "un" with a high tone. Or like "earn" without the "r". Character components: 口 (mouth) radical and 恩 (kindness) phonetic component. Story: Ern hesitated, making a small sound of acknowledgment from his mouth. The subtle noise conveyed both understanding and uncertainty. He realized that some of our most common communications are the simplest sounds, just as the character shows a mouth expressing a basic human response.
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穿着
穿着 chuānzhuó to wear; to dress; clothing. Sounds like "chwan-jwoh" with high then falling tones. Or like "chew-on-jaw" with different vowels. Character components: 穿 (to wear) has 宀 (roof) radical and 牙 (tooth) component, and 着 has 目 (eye) radical and 者 (person) component. Story: Chew wore his new robe, the fabric falling from his shoulders like a roof, protecting him from sun and rain. His eyes drawn to how others noticed his appearance, he realized that clothing serves both practical and social functions, just as the characters combine protection with awareness.
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觉得
觉得 (jué de) - To feel; to think. Mnemonics: "Joo-eh duh feelings" or "Jewel detection." Components: 觉 (perceive) + 得 (obtain). Story: Jared felt strange after eating jeweled fruit—suddenly he could detect others' thoughts but only about desserts.
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愿意
愿意 (yuàn yì) - Willing; ready. Mnemonics: "You-anne, yes!" or "Yuan easy agreement." Components: 愿 (wish) + 意 (meaning). Story: Yuan Yi was so willing to help that when asked to fight a dragon, he enthusiastically misunderstood and brought a picnic basket to befriend it instead.
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掌握
掌握 (zhǎng wò) - To grasp; to master. Mnemonics: "Chang-woe mastery" or "Palm-lock knowledge." Components: 掌 (palm) + 握 (grasp). Story: Chang's palm gripped the sword so awkwardly his master sighed, "You've mastered making me woe with your backwards grip."
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说话
说话 (shuō huà) - To speak; to talk. Mnemonics: "Shwoh-hwah conversation" or "Show what you say." Components: 说 (speak) + 话 (words). Story: Shy Shuohua practiced speaking by talking to houseplants—they grew abnormally tall trying to escape his endless chatter.
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堡 (bǎo) - Fort; castle. Mnemonics: "Bow to the fortress" or "Bough of protection." Components: 土 (earth) + 保 (protect). Story: Bao built an earth fortress so tiny that invaders bowed in laughter before accidentally stepping on it—greatest psychological defense ever.
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同样
同样 (tóng yàng) - Same; alike. Mnemonics: "Tone-yang twins" or "Tunnel-yang similarity." Components: 同 (same) + 样 (appearance). Story: Tong Yang was so obsessed with matching outfits that his twin brother fled to another country—they still somehow showed up wearing identical sweaters.
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木头
木头 (mù tou) - Wood; log. Mnemonics: "Moo-toe timber" or "Mute wooden head." Components: 木 (wood) + 头 (head). Story: Mute woodcarver's masterpiece was a wooden head that, when tapped, made perfect cow sounds—tourists paid to moo at it.
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使用者
使用者 (shǐ yòng zhě) - User. Mnemonics: "She-yong-juh tech user" or "She uses that." Components: 使 (to cause) + 用 (use) + 者 (person). Story: Shi Yong Zhe was the only user who read software terms—accidentally agreeing to sacrifice her firstborn printer to the digital gods.
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座 (zuò) - Seat; base. Mnemonics: "Zwoh chair" or "Zorro's throne." Components: 广 (shelter) + 坐 (sit). Story: Zorro's secret base had one golden throne—he'd dramatically sweep his cape before sitting, only to miss completely and blame the chair's movement.
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队伍
队伍 (duì wǔ) - Team; queue. Mnemonics: "Dway-woo formation" or "Due lineup." Components: 队 (team) + 伍 (five/military unit). Story: Dui Wu's dance team waited in perfect formation for five hours—when their turn came, they realized they'd practiced the wrong routine.
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军队
军队 (jūn duì) - Army; military forces. Mnemonics: "June-dway troops" or "Joon's battalion." Components: 军 (military) + 队 (team). Story: General Jun's elite squad was feared for their synchronized swimming formations—enemies surrendered rather than watch their aquatic battle routine.
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庄园
庄园 (zhuāng yuán) - Estate; manor. Mnemonics: "Jwang-yuan mansion" or "Strong yard." Components: 庄 (farmstead) + 园 (garden). Story: Zhuang Yuan's mansion garden grew vegetables shaped like furniture—guests often tried sitting on cabbage chairs with messy results.
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额外
额外 (é wài) - Extra; additional. Mnemonics: "Uh-why bonus" or "Eh-wide addition." Components: 额 (forehead) + 外 (outside). Story: Professor E's forehead grew an extra inch every time he gave bonus homework—students measured it to predict test dates.
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伤害
伤害 (shāng hài) - To harm; damage. Mnemonics: "Shang-high injury" or "Sharp hazard." Components: 伤 (wound) + 害 (harm). Story: Shang's high-jump technique damaged only ceiling fans—the harm to his reputation was worse than his physical injuries.
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孩子
孩子 (hái zi) - Child; kid. Mnemonics: "High-dzuh youngster" or "Hi, little one." Components: 孩 (child) + 子 (son). Story: Hai Zi stacked three kids in a trenchcoat to buy adult movie tickets—they chose a documentary about childcare and fell asleep.
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治疗
治疗 (zhì liáo) - To treat; cure. Mnemonics: "Jee-lee-ow healing" or "Zeal therapy." Components: 治 (govern) + 疗 (treat). Story: Dr. Zhi's healing method involved governing patients' jelly bean intake—miraculously effective despite zero medical basis.
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做出
做出 (zuò chū) - To make; to produce. Mnemonics: "Zwoh-choo creation" or "Zoo output." Components: 做 (do) + 出 (out). Story: Zuo Chu's attempt to make elephant-shaped cookies resulted in unidentifiable blobs—zoo visitors bought them as "abstract animal art."
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之外
之外 (zhī wài) - Outside; beyond. Mnemonics: "Jee-why external" or "G-wide outside." Components: 之 (of) + 外 (outside). Story: Zhi Wai claimed to explore beyond known realms—actually just wandered outside his apartment complex and got dramatically lost.
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消灭
消灭 (xiāo miè) - To eliminate; to destroy. Mnemonics: "Shee-ow me-eh annihilation" or "Show me elimination." Components: 消 (to disappear) + 灭 (extinguish). Story: Xiao Mie's pest control business promised total elimination—bugs disappeared by signing peace treaties and relocating to his competitor's territory.
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使
使 (shǐ) - To cause; to make. Mnemonics: "She influence" or "Sheesh effect." Components: 亻(person) + 𠂇 (altered form). Story: Shi's mere presence caused everyone to speak in whispers—his reputation for matchmaking made couples form spontaneously when he entered rooms.
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无论如何
无论如何 (wúlùn rúhé) - No matter what; anyway. Mnemonics: "Woo-loon rue-huh persistence" or "Wooden regardless." Components: 无 (without) + 论 (discuss) + 如 (as) + 何 (what). Story: Wu Lun Ruhe continued his speech during the alien invasion—no matter what tentacles appeared, he was determined to finish his point about proper teacup etiquette.
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个人
个人 (gè rén) - Individual; personal. Mnemonics: "Guh-ren selfhood" or "Gah-run personal." Components: 个 (individual) + 人 (person). Story: Ge Ren was so fiercely individual that he invented a personal language—unfortunately, his autobiography was incomprehensible to everyone including himself.
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盾 (dùn) - Shield. Mnemonics: "Doon protection" or "Done defending." Components: A pictograph of an ancient shield. Story: Dun's legendary shield was actually a giant serving platter—enemies hesitated just long enough for him to serve them surprise appetizers.
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人们
人们 (rén men) - People; folks. Mnemonics: "Ren-men crowd" or "Run-men public." Components: 人 (person) + 们 (plural marker). Story: The people of Renmen Village collectively decided to run everywhere—visitors were swept into impromptu marathons whether they wanted to participate or not.
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你好
你好 (nǐ hǎo) - Hello; hi. Mnemonics: "Knee-how greeting" or "Need how to say hi." Components: 你 (you) + 好 (good). Story: Ni Hao's unique greeting involved pointing at others' knees and shouting "HOW!"—somehow he became the town's most popular tour guide.
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多少
多少 (duō shǎo) - How much; how many. Mnemonics: "Dough-shout quantity" or "Door-shower amount." Components: 多 (many) + 少 (few). Story: Duo Shao's bakery had bizarre pricing—customers had to shout how much dough they wanted while he shower-sprayed them with flour to determine the final cost.
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但是
但是 (dàn shì) - But; however. Mnemonics: "Don-sure contrast" or "Done, shift direction." Components: 但 (but) + 是 (is). Story: Dan Shi always agreed enthusiastically then said "but" so dramatically that people expected major objections—instead he'd just add minor details like "but I prefer blue cups."
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放弃
放弃 (fàng qì) - To give up; abandon. Mnemonics: "Fang-chee surrender" or "Flung-quit effort." Components: 放 (to release) + 弃 (to abandon). Story: Fang Qi's signature move was dramatically flinging his chess pieces then quitting matches—ironically making him famous despite never winning.
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继续
继续 (jì xù) - To continue; to proceed. Mnemonics: "Gee-shoo persistence" or "Jeep-sue onward." Components: 继 (to continue) + 续 (to carry on). Story: Ji Xu continued his story even as his audience fell asleep—he'd just shoo them awake and proceed with his tale about his never-ending jeep journey.
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道路
道路 (dào lù) - Road; path. Mnemonics: "Dow-loo highway" or "Tao-loop way." Components: 道 (road) + 路 (road). Story: Dao Lu built circular roads that looped back to themselves—drivers followed his philosophical "journey is the destination" signs until they ran out of gas.
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塞 (sāi/sè) - To stuff; to block; pass. Mnemonics: "Sigh-jam" or "Sigh-block." Components: 土 (earth) + 䒑 (plant) + 幺 (thread). Story: Sai tried stuffing the sink with earth and plants—instead of fixing the leak, he created a miniature ecosystem that plumbers now study as "The Great Drain Biome."
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该死
该死 (gāi sǐ) - Damn it; ought to die. Mnemonics: "Guy-suh expletive" or "Gosh-see frustration." Components: 该 (should) + 死 (die). Story: Gai Si's favorite board game piece kept falling off the table—his theatrical "DAMN IT" reactions became more entertaining than the actual game.
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容易
容易 (róng yì) - Easy; simple. Mnemonics: "Wrong-ee simplicity" or "Rong-easy task." Components: 容 (to contain) + 易 (easy). Story: Rong Yi called everything "easy" until tasked with containing water in a sieve—his increasingly desperate attempts became his village's favorite comedy show.
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统计
统计 (tǒng jì) - Statistics; to count. Mnemonics: "Tong-gee numbers" or "Tongue-tally count." Components: 统 (unite) + 计 (calculate). Story: Tong Ji united the village through bizarre counting rituals—residents would tally everything from raindrops to chicken steps, creating statistics nobody needed but everyone enjoyed discussing.
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黑麦
黑麦 (hēi mài) - Rye. Mnemonics: "Hey-my grain" or "Hay-my-rye." Components: 黑 (black) + 麦 (wheat). Story: Hei Mai's dark rye bread was so dense that customers used it as doorstops—he eventually rebranded his bakery as "Hey, My Functional Furniture."
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难度
难度 (nán dù) - Difficulty level. Mnemonics: "Naan-doo challenge" or "Non-doable hardness." Components: 难 (difficult) + 度 (degree). Story: Nan Du's cooking challenge show featured impossible difficulty levels—contestants tried making naan bread while dodging randomly released geese in the kitchen.
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殿下
殿下 (diàn xià) - Your Highness; Your Majesty. Mnemonics: "Dee-en-shah royalty" or "Den-shower majesty." Components: 殿 (palace) + 下 (below). Story: Dian Xia insisted on royal treatment at his basement apartment—neighbors humored him by bowing whenever he showered, creating a strange palace-like atmosphere below ground level.
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危险
危险 (wēi xiǎn) - Dangerous; risky. Mnemonics: "Way-shyen hazard" or "Weigh-shun risk." Components: 危 (danger) + 险 (risk). Story: Wei Xian's "danger assessment" involved weighing objects then shunning them if too heavy—his bizarre safety system somehow prevented accidents while confusing everyone.
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指挥
指挥 (zhǐ huī) - To conduct; to command. Mnemonics: "Zhee-hway leadership" or "Finger-sway control." Components: 指 (finger) + 挥 (to wave). Story: Zhi Hui conducted orchestras with such wild finger movements that musicians ducked to avoid being hit—somehow producing award-winning performances through sheer survival instinct.
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击 (jī) - To hit; to strike. Mnemonics: "Gee impact" or "Jeep collision." Components: 凵 (open mouth) + 千 (thousand). Story: Ji's legendary strike technique involved shouting "GEE!" with such force that thousands of opponents fell without him touching them—martial arts schools still debate if it was actual combat or mass hypnosis.
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医生
医生 (yī shēng) - Doctor; physician. Mnemonics: "Ee-shung healer" or "Easy-sheng medicine." Components: 医 (medical) + 生 (life). Story: Dr. Yi Sheng's easy-going approach to medicine involved prescribing singing as treatment—patients either recovered or became too hoarse to complain about their original symptoms.
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有人
有人 (yǒu rén) - Someone; somebody. Mnemonics: "Yo-ren presence" or "You-run somebody." Components: 有 (have) + 人 (person). Story: You Ren claimed someone was always following him—turned out it was his own shadow, which he'd named and held conversations with during lunch breaks.
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份 (fèn) - Share; portion. Mnemonics: "Fun division" or "Fan part." Components: 亻(person) + 分 (divide). Story: Fen the chef divided meals so precisely that diners needed microscopes—his "fun-sized portions" concept backfired when customers started ordering seventeen servings each.
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剩下
剩下 (shèng xià) - Remaining; left over. Mnemonics: "Shung-shah leftover" or "Sheng-shower remainder." Components: 剩 (remain) + 下 (down). Story: Sheng Xia collected leftover shower water to feed his mysterious plants—the resulting giant vegetables won contests but glowed suspiciously in the dark.
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原因
原因 (yuán yīn) - Reason; cause. Mnemonics: "Yuan-yin motive" or "You-and-in explanation." Components: 原 (original) + 因 (cause). Story: Yuan Yin investigated the original cause of everything—his conclusion that the universe exists because "you and I needed somewhere to stand" satisfied nobody but himself.
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确定
确定 (què dìng) - To confirm; to be sure. Mnemonics: "Chue-ding certainty" or "Quack-ding verification." Components: 确 (certain) + 定 (to set). Story: Que Ding confirmed every statement with a duck-like "QUACK!" followed by a bell "DING!"—his certainty system became so popular that local courts adopted it for witness testimony.
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打开
打开 (dǎ kāi) - To open; to turn on. Mnemonics: "Dah-kye activation" or "Duh-kite opening." Components: 打 (to hit) + 开 (to open). Story: Da Kai opened everything by hitting it dramatically—his technique worked surprisingly well until he tried "opening" a beehive by punching it while flying his signature kite.
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一旦
一旦 (yī dàn) - Once; if; in case. Mnemonics: "Ee-dahn condition" or "Easy-done possibility." Components: 一 (one) + 旦 (dawn). Story: Yi Dan prepared for every possible dawn scenario—he had easy-to-deploy contingency plans for vampire attacks, alien landings, and the sun accidentally rising from the west.
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才能
才能 (cái néng) - Talent; ability. Mnemonics: "Cai-nung skill" or "Chai-nung aptitude." Components: 才 (talent) + 能 (able). Story: Cai Neng's unusual talent was making chai tea while doing handstands—this seemingly useless ability led to his successful circus career as "The Upside-Down Teamaster."
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杀 (shā) - To kill; to murder. Mnemonics: "Shah elimination" or "Sharp ending." Components: 木 (tree) + 丿 (slash). Story: Shah the lumberjack never actually cut down trees—he'd just point his axe and whisper dramatically until trees voluntarily fell over, leading to rumors of his mysterious forest-whispering powers.
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参加
参加 (cān jiā) - To participate; to join. Mnemonics: "Tsahn-jiah involvement" or "Sam-jar joining." Components: 参 (to join) + 加 (to add). Story: Canjia joined every club by dramatically adding his name to signup sheets—his participation strategy involved bringing mysterious jars of candy that made him instantly popular despite never actually attending meetings.
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目标
目标 (mù biāo) - Goal; target. Mnemonics: "Moo-bee-ow objective" or "Moo-bow aim." Components: 目 (eye) + 标 (mark). Story: Mu Biao's unusual targeting technique involved mooing like a cow while shooting arrows—somehow this eye-focused method led to perfect bullseyes, though spectators needed earplugs.
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另一
另一 (lìng yī) - Another; the other. Mnemonics: "Ling-yee alternative" or "Link-yi different." Components: 另 (other) + 一 (one). Story: Ling Yi collected alternative versions of everything—one normal shoe linked with one bizarre shoe became his signature style, making "the other one" his fashion catchphrase.
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交易
交易 (jiāo yì) - Transaction; trade. Mnemonics: "Jow-yee exchange" or "Joe-easy deal." Components: 交 (to cross) + 易 (easy). Story: Jiao Yi's market stall featured bizarrely theatrical transactions—he insisted on crossing arms with customers while yodeling to complete what should have been easy exchanges.
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信息
信息 (xìn xī) - Information; news. Mnemonics: "Shin-she data" or "Sin-see knowledge." Components: 信 (letter) + 息 (breath). Story: Xin Xi delivered news by writing messages on paper, then breathing on them dramatically—recipients claimed his "information breath" somehow made gossip more believable.
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许多
许多 (xǔ duō) - Many; numerous. Mnemonics: "Shoo-dwaw abundance" or "Shoe-door plenty." Components: 许 (to allow) + 多 (many). Story: Xu Duo allowed so many shoes inside his door that archaeologists later confused his home for an ancient footwear temple—his collection numbered in the thousands though he mysteriously had only one foot.
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普通
普通 (pǔ tōng) - Common; ordinary. Mnemonics: "Poo-tong average" or "Poor-tongue normal." Components: 普 (universal) + 通 (through). Story: Pu Tong's "Ordinary Café" served the world's most aggressively average food—the universal blandness somehow created a tongue-tingling sensation that made mediocrity unexpectedly exciting.
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怎么
怎么 (zěn me) - How; how come. Mnemonics: "Zen-muh method" or "Zen-may question." Components: 怎 (how) + 么 (what). Story: Zenme's philosophical questioning drove everyone mad—he approached simple tasks like making tea with endless "how" inquiries until zen masters banned him from meditation sessions for excessive curiosity.
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简单
简单 (jiǎn dān) - Simple; easy. Mnemonics: "Jee-en-dan uncomplicated" or "Jean-dawn straightforward." Components: 简 (simple) + 单 (single). Story: Jian Dan simplified everything to absurdity—his recipe book contained only "put food in mouth" and his dawn routine consisted of simply declaring "day happened!"
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强大
强大 (qiáng dà) - Powerful; strong. Mnemonics: "Chee-ahng-dah might" or "Chang-darn strength." Components: 强 (strong) + 大 (big). Story: Qiang Da appeared deceptively normal until challenged—then his darn powerful strength emerged as he lifted entire chang competitions with one finger while yawning dismissively.
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一家
一家 (yī jiā) - A family; a household. Mnemonics: "Ee-jyah household" or "Easy-jar home." Components: 一 (one) + 家 (family). Story: Yi Jia's one-family home contained jars representing each relative—when family members argued, he'd simply rearrange the jars into what he called "more harmonious feng shui positions."
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进入
进入 (jìn rù) - To enter; to join. Mnemonics: "Jin-roo admission" or "Gene-rue access." Components: 进 (to advance) + 入 (to enter). Story: Jin Ru entered rooms by advancing dramatically—his signature rue-filled expression and genetically impossible sliding entrance made people question if he was actually coming through doors or materializing from thin air.
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见 (jiàn) - To see; to meet. Mnemonics: "Jee-en vision" or "Jean view." Components: 目 (eye) + 儿 (child). Story: Jian the fortuneteller claimed to see future meetings through his "special eye"—clients were unimpressed until they realized his child assistant was secretly arranging the predicted encounters through elaborate practical jokes.
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买 (mǎi) - To buy; to purchase. Mnemonics: "My purchase" or "May shopping." Components: 乛 (hook) + 头 (head). Story: Mai's shopping technique involved hooking items with her uniquely bendable hair—shopkeepers created the "no buying with body parts" sign specifically because of her unusual purchasing method.
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四十
四十 (sì shí) - Forty. Mnemonics: "Suh-shir four-tens" or "See-sure forty." Components: 四 (four) + 十 (ten). Story: Si Shi celebrated his fortieth birthday by seeing sure signs of aging—specifically, attempting to count to forty but falling asleep at four-ten, creating his village's idiom for "middle-aged napping."
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阶段
阶段 (jiē duàn) - Stage; phase. Mnemonics: "Jyeh-dwahn period" or "Jay-dwan phase." Components: 阶 (step) + 段 (section). Story: Jie Duan described life phases as a staircase with abrupt sections—his "Phases of Man" diagram showed people dramatically falling down steps at each major birthday.
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铁匠
铁匠 (tiě jiàng) - Blacksmith. Mnemonics: "Tee-eh-jyang metalworker" or "Tea-Jiang ironsmith." Components: 铁 (iron) + 匠 (craftsman). Story: Tie Jiang drank tea continuously while smithing—claiming the steam improved metal quality, though really he just enjoyed dramatically spitting tea onto hot iron to impress customers with the resulting hissing clouds.
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死亡
死亡 (sǐ wáng) - Death; to die. Mnemonics: "Suh-wong mortality" or "See-wrong ending." Components: 死 (death) + 亡 (to die). Story: Si Wang, the village funeral director, saw nothing wrong with his business cards featuring dancing skeletons—his inappropriately cheerful approach to mortality somehow made grief easier for families to bear.
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意思
意思 (yì si) - Meaning; intention. Mnemonics: "Ee-suh significance" or "Ease-significance." Components: 意 (meaning) + 思 (to think). Story: Yi Si explained meanings so thoroughly that listeners begged him to stop—his three-hour explanation of why he said "good morning" caused the village to create a special "meaning-free" greeting just for him.
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友谊
友谊 (yǒu yì) - Friendship. Mnemonics: "Yo-yee camaraderie" or "You-ease relationship." Components: 友 (friend) + 谊 (friendship). Story: You Yi started a friendship club with such elaborate initiation rituals—including yelling "YO!" while balancing on one foot—that members became friends simply through shared confusion about what they'd joined.
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银子
银子 (yín zi) - Silver; money. Mnemonics: "Yin-zuh silver" or "In-tzu currency." Components: 银 (silver) + 子 (child). Story: Yin Zi inherited a silver fortune but carried child-sized coins—his tiny money confused merchants until he explained each miniature coin contained concentrated value "like silver children growing into wealth."
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几个
几个 (jǐ gè) - Several; a few. Mnemonics: "Jee-guh quantity" or "Key-guh number." Components: 几 (several) + 个 (measure word). Story: Ji Ge's definition of "a few" cookies meant emptying several packages—his key defense was showing his unusually large hands and claiming "a few is whatever fits in one grab."
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吟游
吟游 (yín yóu) - To wander and sing; minstrelsy. Mnemonics: "Yin-yo wandering" or "Inn-your troubadour." Components: 吟 (to chant) + 游 (to wander). Story: Yin You sang at inns along your typical travel routes—his wandering minstrel act involved yodeling while walking in perfect circles around baffled audiences.
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诗人
诗人 (shī rén) - Poet. Mnemonics: "Shir-ren versifier" or "She-run wordsmith." Components: 诗 (poem) + 人 (person). Story: Shi Ren composed poetry only while running—she claimed verse cadence improved with footfalls, though critics noted her breathless poems consistently ended with "can't continue... need water..."
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作品
作品 (zuò pǐn) - Work; opus. Mnemonics: "Zwaw-pin creation" or "Zoo-pin production." Components: 作 (to do) + 品 (article). Story: Zuo Pin's artistic creations featured live zoo animals wearing custom pins—his gallery opening ended disastrously when his opus, "Porcupines with Extra Pins," proved exactly as problematic as everyone warned him.
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班级
班级 (bān jí) - Class; grade level in school. Mnemonics: "Bun-jeep transportation" or "Ban-geeks grouping." Components: 班 (class/shift) has 王 (king) in the middle showing authority + 至 (to arrive) + 一 (one) at bottom; 级 (level/rank) has 及 (to reach) + 阝(hill). Example: "他在我的班级里" (He's in my class). Story: Teacher Ban Ji organized her 班级 into shifts where one student played "king" each day—until a student named "Bun" drove his toy jeep into class, causing such chaos that everyone finally reached the next level of classroom unity.
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修理
修理 (xiū lǐ) - To repair; fix. Mnemonics: "Show-lee maintenance" or "Shoe-repair fixing." Components: 修 (repair) has 亻(person) + 夂 (to walk slowly) + 彡 (decoration); 理 (manage) has 王 (king) + 里 (inside). Example: "我需要修理我的武器" (I need to repair my weapon). Story: Shoe-maker Li could 修理 anything—he walked slowly examining broken items, decorating them with his touch until the inner workings were managed like a king's affairs—customers joked he could fix the moon itself if it ever fell.
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弓 (gōng) - Bow (weapon). Mnemonics: "Gong sound when fired" or "Gone arrow released." Components: Simple character resembling a bow. Example: "猎人用弓射中了目标" (The hunter hit the target with his bow). Story: The master archer's 弓 made such a distinctive GONG sound when fired that enemies fled before arrows arrived—once, when string broke, he mimicked the gong vocally, causing confused enemies to run anyway, proving his reputation had gone beyond the weapon itself.
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盖 (gài) - Cover; lid; to build. Mnemonics: "Guy's protection" or "Gaia's roof." Components: 艹 (grass) + 土 (earth) + 皿 (dish). Example: "他盖了一座房子" (He built a house). Story: Farmer Gai built a 盖 for his prized dish collection using earth topped with grass—when guests asked why grass on his roof, he'd reply "When my guy's protection fails, Mother Gaia's roof never does," pointing skyward while winking mysteriously.
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驹 (jū) - Colt; young horse. Mnemonics: "Ju-nior horse" or "Jew-elry pony." Components: 马 (horse) + 句 (sentence). Example: "小驹在草地上奔跑" (The little colt runs on the grassland). Story: Little driver Ju raced his toy 驹 across the dining table, making horse sentences with each hoof-tap—"Must-go-fast-must-win"—until mom's jewelry box fell, releasing a tiny pony figure that perfectly matched his wooden one, completing his collection.
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贝克尔
贝克尔 (bèi kè ěr) - Baker (transliteration of name). Mnemonics: "Baker sells shells" or "Bay-care earrings." Components: 贝 (shell/money) + 克 (gram/overcome) + 尔 (you). Example: "贝克尔是个传奇人物" (Baker is a legendary figure). Story: Baker 贝克尔 sold seashell sculptures so beautiful people paid their last gram of gold for them—when asked his secret, he'd touch his ear and whisper, "You must listen to the shell's story before carving," though nobody understood what this meant.
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虫子
虫子 (chóng zi) - Insect; bug. Mnemonics: "Chong-tzu crawling" or "Chonk-sized critter." Components: 虫 (insect) + 子 (child/small thing). Example: "地上有一只虫子" (There's an insect on the ground). Story: Chef Chong's specialty dish looked so realistic that a customer screamed "虫子!"—the tiny candied sculptures crawling across dessert plates were actually sweet art—Chong sighed, "My child-sized creations are too chonky to be real bugs," but changed nothing about his signature style.
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野兽
野兽 (yě shòu) - Wild beast; savage animal. Mnemonics: "Yeah-show ferocity" or "Yell-shout wildness." Components: 野 (wild) has 里 (inside) + 予 (to give); 兽 (beast) resembles animal with horns. Example: "森林里有危险的野兽" (There are dangerous beasts in the forest). Story: Ranger Ye Shou tracked 野兽 through impossible terrain—"Yeah, I'll show you where they hide," he'd whisper to apprentices, leading them inside territories where given wisdom failed—until one day his yelling and shouting saved everyone from a beast so wild it had never been classified.
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微笑
微笑 (wēi xiào) - Smile. Mnemonics: "Way-shout happiness" or "Weigh joy lightly." Components: 微 (tiny) has 山 (mountain) underneath; 笑 (laugh) has 竹 (bamboo) on top. Example: "她对我微笑" (She smiled at me). Story: Tiny Master Wei always told students, "微笑 costs nothing"—when facing mountain-sized problems, he'd demonstrate by balancing bamboo straws on his face while smiling—somehow this made everyone laugh despite themselves, weighing their problems differently afterward.
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每天
每天 (měi tiān) - Every day. Mnemonics: "May-tyen routine" or "My-time consistency." Components: 每 (every) has 母 (mother) + 丶(dot); 天 (day/sky) has 一 (one) + 大 (big). Example: "他每天练习武术" (He practices martial arts every day). Story: Mother May trained 每天 under heaven's watchful eye—one big commitment made little by little—her tiny dot in a journal grew into thousands, until opponents whispered "my time against her is borrowed," knowing her every-day discipline outmatched their occasional brilliance.
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体力
体力 (tǐ lì) - Physical strength; stamina. Mnemonics: "Tea-leaf energy" or "T-league power." Components: 体 (body) has 亻(person) + 本 (root); 力 (strength) resembles a muscular arm. Example: "锻炼可以增强体力" (Exercise can enhance physical strength). Story: Tea master Li's 体力 became legendary—he'd joke his body's root strength came from "tea leaves"—once he carried an entire festival's worth of water jugs up mountain stairs without rest, and the village renamed their strength competition "the T-League" in his honor.
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能力
能力 (néng lì) - Ability; capability. Mnemonics: "Nun-league skills" or "Nang-leap talents." Components: 能 (can/able) has 厶 (private) + 匕 (spoon) + 月 (moon); 力 (strength) resembles a muscular arm. Example: "他有特殊的能力" (He has special abilities). Story: Sister Neng's 能力 mystified everyone—under moonlight, with just a private spoon, she'd create sculptures so beautiful they seemed beyond human strength—"Nang, leap beyond limits," her teacher had told her young self, words she remembered whenever skills seemed impossible to master.
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独自
独自 (dú zì) - Alone; by oneself. Mnemonics: "Do-zit yourself" or "Duke's isolation." Components: 独 (alone) has 犭(dog) + 蜀 (Sichuan); 自 (self) resembles a nose pointing to oneself. Example: "他独自一人完成了任务" (He completed the mission alone). Story: Duke Zi chose to hunt 独自, accompanied only by his loyal dog through Sichuan's misty mountains—"Do this yourself," his father had advised—touching his nose in their family's gesture meaning "trust yourself first," a lesson that saved him when separated from everyone during the legendary moonlight hunt.
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猎杀
猎杀 (liè shā) - To hunt and kill. Mnemonics: "Lee-eh-shah hunting" or "Leap-shark predation." Components: 猎 (hunt) has 犭(dog) + 昔 (former times); 杀 (kill) resembles an ax. Example: "骑士猎杀恶龙" (The knight hunted and killed the evil dragon). Story: Hunter Lee Shah's 猎杀 technique involved ancient wisdom—his dog tracked prey from former hunting grounds while he wielded an ax so sharp it seemed to leap through air—competitors called him "leap-shark" for his sudden, decisive strikes that ended hunts before others had even spotted tracks.
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失去
失去 (shī qù) - To lose; to have lost. Mnemonics: "She-chew reflection" or "Shift-queue transition." Components: 失 (lose) has 手 (hand) + 乙 (second); 去 (to go) has 土 (earth) + 厶 (private). Example: "他失去了珍贵的剑" (He lost his precious sword). Story: Princess Shi Qu 失去 her royal seal during mountain climb—hands slipping just for a second as it fell to earth—she chewed her lip while contemplating how quickly things shift queues: from "having" to "had," from "treasured" to "memory"—this private loss somehow prepared her for leadership better than any victory.
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不可能
不可能 (bù kě néng) - Impossible. Mnemonics: "Book-a-neng rejection" or "Boot-can't-ning denial." Components: 不 (not) + 可 (can) + 能 (able). Example: "这个任务看起来不可能完成" (This task looks impossible to complete). Story: Scholar Bu wrote "不可能" on every challenging scroll—"book a 'neng' (ability) that doesn't exist yet," his master explained—when villagers needed someone to boot the mountain demon, everyone said "can't do it," but Bu's lifetime of facing the "impossible" had trained him precisely for this moment of transformation.
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到底
到底 (dào dǐ) - After all; in the end; thoroughly. Mnemonics: "Dow-dee conclusion" or "Dao-deep finality." Components: 到 (arrive) has 至 (to reach) + 刂 (knife); 底 (bottom) has 广 (wide) + 氐 (foundation). Example: "他到底想要什么?" (What does he want after all?). Story: Judge Dao Di insisted on knowing what happened 到底—arriving at truth even if sharp as knife—he built cases from wide foundations up, saying "The Dow (way) deeply followed leads to justice," making his courtroom famous for conclusions that satisfied both heaven and earthly needs.
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基础
基础 (jī chǔ) - Foundation; basis. Mnemonics: "Jeep-choo platform" or "G-choose groundwork." Components: 基 (base) has 土 (earth) + 其 (that); 础 (foundation stone) has 石 (stone) + 出 (go out). Example: "这是学习的基础" (This is the foundation of learning). Story: Engineer Ji Chu built 基础 so solid that earthquakes ignored them—"Jeep can choo-choo across without worry," he'd joke, driving heavy vehicles over bridges others feared—his secret was earth stones that seemed to grow outward, choosing their own perfect position—"G-choose your ground carefully," he taught apprentices, "and everything else rises naturally."
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接下来
接下来 (jiē xià lái) - Next; what follows. Mnemonics: "Jeh-shah-lie sequence" or "J-shall-eye continuation." Components: 接 (connect) + 下 (down) + 来 (come). Example: "接下来我们做什么?" (What do we do next?). Story: Festival director Jie organized events to 接下来 seamlessly—connecting downward-flowing activities as they came together—"J shall eye the whole picture," he'd recite while planning, ensuring each moment connected to what followed so perfectly that guests felt carried through time rather than walking through space.
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成功
成功 (chéng gōng) - Success; to succeed. Mnemonics: "Chang-gong achievement" or "Chain-gone completion." Components: 成 (become) has 戊 (5th heavenly stem) + 丁 (4th heavenly stem); 功 (achievement) has 工 (work) + 力 (strength). Example: "经过努力他终于成功了" (After working hard, he finally succeeded). Story: Worker Cheng Gong achieved 成功 after years of persistent effort—balancing five elements with four seasons of work—villagers said his chain of failures had gone completely from memory once success arrived—his strength at work became legendary, though he insisted, "Chang your approach until the gong of victory rings."
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检查
检查 (jiǎn chá) - To check; to inspect. Mnemonics: "Jean-cha verification" or "Jam-chai examination." Components: 检 (check) has 木 (wood) + 见 (to see); 查 (examine) has 木 (wood) + 旦 (dawn). Example: "请检查你的装备" (Please check your equipment). Story: Inspector Jian Cha became notorious for 检查 that missed nothing—seeing wood grain patterns others overlooked—at dawn he'd examine items with such care that merchants joked "Jean can cha-cha with quality," meaning his rhythmic inspection process revealed every flaw—he'd smile hearing them jam nonsense chai-tea songs about his thoroughness.
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愚蠢
愚蠢 (yú chǔn) - Stupid; foolish. Mnemonics: "You-choon silliness" or "Ewe-chosen folly." Components: 愚 (stupid) has 禸 (track) + 心 (heart); 蠢 (stupid) has 春 (spring) + 虫 (insect). Example: "那是个愚蠢的决定" (That was a stupid decision). Story: Sage Yu Chun collected stories of 愚蠢 mistakes—tracking how hearts led people astray like spring insects drawn to flames—"You choose not to listen," he'd tell students who repeated errors, "like ewes chosen for shearing yet surprised at baldness"—his paradoxical wisdom: acknowledging foolishness was the first step toward intelligence.
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住 (zhù) - To live; to stay. Mnemonics: "Jew-residence" or "Zoo-dwelling." Components: 亻(person) + 主 (master). Example: "他住在山上" (He lives on the mountain). Story: Hermit Zhu chose to 住 atop the highest peak—mastering himself before attempting to master others—visitors huffed up countless stairs to find him calmly tending his tiny dwelling, asking "Zoo animals have cages, clouds have sky, where do thoughts dwell?" leaving them pondering long after they'd returned to valleys below.
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尊敬
尊敬 (zūn jìng) - Respect; to respect. Mnemonics: "Zone-jing admiration" or "Zoom-king reverence." Components: 尊 (honor) has 酉 (wine vessel) + 寸 (inch); 敬 (respect) has 苟 (enough) + 攵 (hit). Example: "我们应该尊敬老师" (We should respect teachers). Story: Elder Zun Jing earned 尊敬 through unusual means—serving wine in vessels measured precisely to the inch—teaching that respect wasn't about grand gestures but consistent attention—"Zone your jing (essence) where it matters," he'd say, demonstrating how enough small acts of reverence outweighed occasional grand zooming tributes to kings or authorities.
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考虑
考虑 (kǎo lǜ) - To consider; to think over. Mnemonics: "Cow-loo reflection" or "K-olive contemplation." Components: 考 (to test) has 耂 (old) + 丂 (breath); 虑 (to worry) has 虍 (tiger) + 思 (thought). Example: "请认真考虑这个问题" (Please seriously consider this question). Story: Judge Kao Lu would 考虑 cases for days—breathing old wisdom while pacing—his tiger-like thoughts prowling every angle—villagers joked "The cow looks at problems from every loo (direction)" while waiting for verdicts—once when deciding between two farmers' claims, he sat with an olive tree for three days, explaining later "K-olive trees consider centuries before growing fruit, why shouldn't I take days for justice?"