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    Expressing "top" or "peak" with 顶 (dǐng)

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    Structure

    Noun + 顶 / 顶 + Noun

    Explanation

    The noun 顶 (dǐng) means "top," "peak," or "summit" and refers to the highest point of something. It is used for mountains, buildings, heads, and other objects, and can also function as a measure word for hats and tents.

    Examples

    • 我们终于爬到了山顶，风景太美了。

      Wǒmen zhōngyú pá dàole shāndǐng, fēngjǐng tài měile.

      We finally climbed to the top of the mountain — the scenery was so beautiful.

    • 猫跳到了柜子顶上，怎么也不肯下来。

      Māo tiào dàole guìzi dǐng shàng, zěnme yě bù kěn xiàlái.

      The cat jumped on top of the cabinet and refused to come down no matter what.

    • 楼顶有一个很大的露台，可以看到整个城市。

      Lóudǐng yǒu yí gè hěn dà de lùtái, kěyǐ kàn dào zhěnggè chéngshì.

      There is a large terrace on the rooftop where you can see the entire city.

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