Common Meanings
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diàn淀
A shallow lake or a body of water, often associated with specific geographical names like Baiyangdian or Hehuadian, sometimes rich in aquatic plants such as lotus or reeds.
这里的荷花淀非常美丽，每年夏天都吸引很多游客。
This lotus pond is very beautiful, attracting many tourists every summer.
Diàn refers to sediment, dregs, or insoluble substances that settle from a liquid. It specifically denotes starch (淀粉), a white organic compound found in plants like rice and potatoes, widely applied in industry.
淀粉在工业生产中有着广泛的应用。
Starch has a wide range of applications in industrial production.