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    Expressing 'infinite' with 无穷 (wúqióng)

    Degree & Intensity
    Numbers & Quantity

    Structure

    无穷 + 的 + Noun

    Explanation

    无穷 (wúqióng) means 'infinite' or 'boundless' and describes something without limits or end. It combines 无 (without) and 穷 (exhaustion/end). It is used in both scientific and literary contexts to express limitless quantities, possibilities, or qualities.

    Examples

    • 宇宙的奥秘是无穷的，等待我们去探索。

      Yǔzhòu de àomì shì wúqióng de, děngdài wǒmen qù tànsuǒ.

      The mysteries of the universe are infinite, waiting for us to explore.

    • 知识带给人的力量是无穷的。

      Zhīshi dài gěi rén de lìliàng shì wúqióng de.

      The power that knowledge brings to people is infinite.

    • 大自然的变化给艺术家带来了无穷的灵感。

      Dà zìrán de biànhuà gěi yìshùjiā dàilái le wúqióng de línggǎn.

      The changes in nature bring artists endless inspiration.

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