Definition
澈 is a bound form (不能单独使用) that appears in compound words to convey the meaning of 'clear,' 'penetrating,' or 'thorough.' You most often see it in adjectives like 清澈 (qīngchè, crystal clear, of water/sky) and 透彻 (tòuchè, penetrating, of an analysis or understanding), and in literary compounds like 澄澈 (chéngchè, limpid). Because it's a bound form, you must always attach it to another morpheme — never use 澈 by itself.
b.f.
(bound form) clearpenetratingthorough
Examples
- 。Húshuǐ qīng chè jiàn dǐ.The lake water is so clear that you can see the bottom.
- 澈。Tā duì wèntí de fēnxī fēicháng tòu chè.His analysis of the problem is very thorough and incisive.
- 澈,。Yǔ hòu kōngqì chéng chè, ràng rén xīnkuàngshényí.After the rain, the air is crisp and clear, making one feel relaxed and happy.
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