sei3 je5四野
Jyutpingsei3 je5
Yalesei yéh
Definition
The surrounding countryside or wilderness; all around as far as the eye can see.
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How it's used
Focuses on the immediate area or the horizon within one's field of vision. It often carries a slightly literary or descriptive tone, emphasizing the emptiness or the extent of the surroundings rather than just a simple location.
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Common phrases
there is no one around
vast and empty surroundings
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 附近, which is a more common and neutral term for nearby. Using 四野 in casual conversation can sound overly dramatic or poetic, as if describing a desolate landscape.
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Grammar guides
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