港湾 (gǎng wān) — natural harbor, port
Definition
港湾 refers to a sheltered natural harbor — narrower than 港口 (general port, including man-made facilities) and with calmer water than 海湾 (bay or gulf). Often used metaphorically, like 'haven,' for a safe place.
noun
natural harborport
Measure word · 个
Examples
- 港湾。Zhè ge gǎng wān shì tiān rán xíng chéng de.This harbor was formed naturally.
- 港湾。Huò chuán zài gǎng wān lǐ zhuāng xiè huò wù.Cargo ships load and unload goods in the harbor.
- ，港湾。Duì yú yú mín lái shuō, zhè lǐ shì wēn nuǎn de gǎng wān.For the fishermen, this is a warm haven.
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