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HSK 7-9
fivelakesfourhǎiseas
all corners of the land; everywhere

Literal meaning

five (五) — lakes (湖) — four (四) — seas (海)

Origin

A classical four-character phrase describing a vast area, often used to refer to the whole country or the world.

Examples

menláihǎi
We come from all corners of the country.
péngyoubiànhǎi
His friends are all over the world.

Usage & nuances

Often used to describe a wide geographical distribution.

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