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    Expressing "scene" or "situation" with 情景 (qíngjǐng)

    Description & Modification
    Topic & Focus

    Structure

    情景 + Noun

    Explanation

    情景 (qíngjǐng) is a noun meaning "scene," "situation," or "scenario." It describes a particular setting or set of circumstances, often used in entertainment contexts. For example, 情景喜剧 means "sitcom" (situation comedy).

    Examples

    • 电影里有一个让人感动的情景。

      diànyǐng lǐ yǒu yī gè ràng rén gǎndòng de qíngjǐng.

      There is a touching scene in the movie.

    • 这部情景喜剧非常受欢迎。

      zhè bù qíngjǐng xǐjù fēicháng shòu huānyíng.

      This sitcom is very popular.

    • 回忆起当时的情景，她忍不住笑了。

      huíyì qǐ dāngshí de qíngjǐng, tā rěn bú zhù xiào le.

      Recalling the scene at the time, she couldn't help but laugh.

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