saan1 seoi2山水
Jyutpingsaan1 seoi2
Yalesāan séui
Definition
Water from mountain streams, or landscape scenery with mountains and rivers.
- water from mountain streams
- landscape scenery with mountains and rivers
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How it's used
Often refers specifically to the natural, mineral-rich water sourced from mountain springs, which is highly prized for brewing tea or making tofu. Beyond the literal meaning, it frequently appears in the context of traditional Chinese landscape painting, known as 山水畫, where it represents the harmony between mountains and water.
Examples
The mountain water here is very clear and sweet.
Related words
Common phrases
tofu made with mountain spring water
landscape painting
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