Low refers to something not high in vertical measurement or status.
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- Describes small height or short vertical distance.
- Used for objects, levels, sound, and position.
- Basic A2 vocabulary for everyday situations.
Overview
“低的”是一个形容词，用来描述物体的高度不高，或者垂直距离很短。它也可以用来形容声音、水平、职位等，表示不高或不高的程度。在日常生活中，“低的”使用非常广泛，是A2级别词汇中非常基础和常用的一个词。
“低的”通常用来形容具体事物的物理高度，比如“低的桌子”、“低的墙”。但它也可以引申用来形容抽象概念，例如“低的水平”（指不高的程度或质量）、“低的职位”（指不高的级别或薪资）、“低的音量”（指声音不大）。在描述垂直距离时，也用“低的”，例如“一楼比二楼低”。
Exemplos
这个桌子太低了，我坐着不舒服。
everydayThis table is too low; I'm not comfortable sitting at it.
他住在较低的楼层，出行很方便。
everydayHe lives on a lower floor, which makes getting around very convenient.
请把音量调低一点，谢谢。
informalPlease turn the volume down a bit, thank you.
他的英语水平还很低，需要多加练习。
academicHis English proficiency level is still quite low; he needs more practice.
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
低头
to lower one's head
低语
to whisper
低碳
low-carbon
Frequentemente confundido com
'矮' specifically refers to short height, usually for people or objects. '低的' is broader and can refer to height, level, position, or sound.
'浅' means shallow, referring to a small depth from the surface. '低' refers to overall height or position.
Padrões gramaticais
How to Use It
Notas de uso
In Chinese, '低的' is a very common adjective. It's generally neutral in register and suitable for most everyday conversations and writing. Be mindful of context; while it can describe physical height, it also extends to abstract concepts like levels, positions, and quality.
Erros comuns
Learners sometimes confuse '低的' with '矮' when describing people's height; '矮' is the correct word for short stature. Also, ensure '低的' is used for verticality or low levels, not for speed or quantity where other words would be more appropriate.
Tips
Think Vertical Distance
When you see '低的', immediately think about something not being high up or having a short vertical measurement.
Avoid Overuse for People
While '低的' can describe a low position or salary, avoid using it directly to describe a person's height; '矮' is more appropriate for that.
Hierarchy Matters
In many cultures, including Chinese, 'low' (低的) can imply lower status or importance, so use it cautiously when discussing social standing or ranks.
Origem da palavra
The character '低' originally depicted a person bending down, signifying a low posture or position. Over time, its meaning expanded to include anything with a low vertical extent or level.
Contexto cultural
In Chinese culture, as in many others, 'low' (低的) can sometimes carry negative connotations related to status, importance, or quality. However, in its literal sense of physical height or volume, it is purely descriptive.
Dica de memorização
Imagine a 'low' bridge. The word '低' (dī) sounds a bit like 'ditch', and ditches are low places. So, low bridge, low ditch, 低的.
Perguntas frequentes
4 perguntas“低”可以指高度、水平、程度、职位等多个方面，而“矮”主要用来形容人或物体的高度不够，强调垂直方向上的短。
是的，“低”可以用来形容声音，表示音量不大，例如“低的音量”或“说话声音很低”。
两者都可以用。“低的楼层”和“不高的楼层”都可以理解，但“低的楼层”可能更常用于指代非常靠下的楼层，例如一楼或二楼。
可以。“低”可以用来形容水平、程度、职位、分数等抽象概念，表示不高或不好的程度。
Teste-se
这个房间的天花板很____，我站着会碰到头。
这里描述的是房间的高度，应该用‘低’。
他爸爸的职位很____。
职位的高低是用‘低’来形容的，不是‘矮’。
请用“低的”组成一个句子，描述声音。
这个选项完整地表达了用‘低’来形容说话声音大小的含义。
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Summary
Low refers to something not high in vertical measurement or status.
- Describes small height or short vertical distance.
- Used for objects, levels, sound, and position.
- Basic A2 vocabulary for everyday situations.
Think Vertical Distance
When you see '低的', immediately think about something not being high up or having a short vertical measurement.
Avoid Overuse for People
While '低的' can describe a low position or salary, avoid using it directly to describe a person's height; '矮' is more appropriate for that.
Hierarchy Matters
In many cultures, including Chinese, 'low' (低的) can imply lower status or importance, so use it cautiously when discussing social standing or ranks.
Exemplos
4 de 4这个桌子太低了，我坐着不舒服。
This table is too low; I'm not comfortable sitting at it.
他住在较低的楼层，出行很方便。
He lives on a lower floor, which makes getting around very convenient.
请把音量调低一点，谢谢。
Please turn the volume down a bit, thank you.
他的英语水平还很低，需要多加练习。
His English proficiency level is still quite low; he needs more practice.
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