gaan3澗涧
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Yalegaan
Definition
A mountain stream.
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How it's used
Often associated with the outdoor activity of hiking through watercourses, known as 行澗. It specifically refers to natural, rocky streams found in mountainous terrain rather than flat rivers or canals. It carries a sense of rugged, wild nature that is distinct from urban water features.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
Which mountain stream are you all going hiking at tomorrow?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 溪, which is a more general term for a creek or brook. 澗 specifically implies a mountain setting and is frequently used in the context of challenging hiking routes.
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