Common Meanings
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yán岩
Refers to a high and steep cliff or a rock wall/rocky ravine.
他成功攀登了陡峭的岩壁，欣赏着壮丽的景色。
He successfully climbed the steep rock wall, admiring the magnificent scenery.
Refers to rock or stone that forms the Earth's crust.
我们探访了一个美丽的岩洞。
We visited a beautiful rock cave.
precipitous; dangerously steep and rugged (describing terrain)
沿着险峻的岩路攀登。
Climbing along the precipitous rocky path.
A hollowed-out rock formation, a cave; often refers to dwelling in caves.
古人常常岩居穴处，以躲避野兽和恶劣的天气。
Ancient people often lived in caves and holes to avoid wild beasts and harsh weather.