Meaning and Usage
The character 岸 (àn) refers to the edge of a body of water such as a riverbank, lakeshore, or seashore. It is commonly used in contexts involving natural landscapes and transportation.
Common Collocations
- 河岸 (hé'àn): riverbank, often used when describing walking or scenery.
- 靠岸 (kào àn): to dock or come ashore, used in maritime contexts.
- 海岸线 (hǎi'àn xiàn): coastline, frequently mentioned in environmental or geographical discussions.
Usage Notes
岸 is a noun and typically appears as a location noun. It can be combined with verbs like 靠 (to approach) or 在 (at) to describe actions or positions relative to the shore. It is a neutral, standard term used in both formal and informal contexts.
Common Confusions
Do not confuse 岸 with 滩 (tān), which means beach or shoal and refers more to sandy or muddy shore areas. 岸 emphasizes the edge or bank itself rather than the surface area beside the water.