Meaning and Usage
The word 无穷 (wúqióng) means "endless" or "infinite." It is often used to describe something without limits, such as space, time, or abstract concepts like imagination and possibilities.
Common Collocations
- 无穷无尽: emphasizes something is endless and inexhaustible.
- 无穷的宇宙: the infinite universe.
- 无穷的可能性: endless possibilities.
Usage Notes
无穷 is typically used in formal or literary contexts to express vastness or infinity. It often appears paired with 无尽 (wújìn) to reinforce the idea of boundlessness.
Unlike words that mean "very large," 无穷 specifically implies no end or limit. It is not used for countable quantities but for abstract or immeasurable concepts.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse 无穷 with 无限 (wúxiàn), which also means "infinite" but is more common in scientific or mathematical contexts. 无穷 has a more poetic or philosophical tone.