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    Referring to a mountain range with 群山 (qúnshān)

    Description & Modification
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    Structure

    群山 + Descriptive Clause

    Explanation

    The noun 群山 (qúnshān) means "mountain range" or "mountains," referring to a large group of mountains viewed collectively. It evokes a sense of grandeur and is commonly used in descriptive or literary contexts to paint a scenic picture. Use 群山 when describing a panoramic view of multiple mountains stretching across the landscape.

    Examples

    • 远处的群山在晨雾中若隐若现,美极了。

      yuǎnchù de qúnshān zài chénwù zhōng ruòyǐnruòxiàn, měi jí le.

      The distant mountains appeared and disappeared in the morning mist — absolutely beautiful.

    • 我们站在山顶,眺望连绵不断的群山。

      wǒmen zhàn zài shāndǐng, tiàowàng liánmián bú duàn de qúnshān.

      We stood on the mountaintop, gazing at the endless rolling mountains.

    • 夕阳把群山染成了金色,特别壮观。

      xīyáng bǎ qúnshān rǎn chéng le jīnsè, tèbié zhuàngguān.

      The sunset dyed the mountains golden — it was spectacular.

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