落下

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là xià
Meaning: falling
Example
一片树叶从树上落下。
luò xià

📚 How to Understand

落下 (là xià) meaning in English
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"落下" (là xià) is a noun meaning 'falling' or 'the act of falling.' It refers to the state or result of something dropping from a higher position to a lower one, either physically or metaphorically.

The character 落 (là) means 'to fall' or 'to drop,' while 下 (xià) means 'down' or 'below.' Together, they form a compound noun that emphasizes the motion and result of something descending.

In daily use, "落下" often appears in contexts like physical objects falling, such as leaves or raindrops, or in more abstract situations, like a decline in status or reputation. It can also be used in idioms or expressions related to natural phenomena or emotional states.

💬 Example Sentences

一片树叶从树上落下。
luò xià
A leaf falls from the tree.
他的名声在公众中逐渐落下。
luò xià
His reputation gradually fell in the public's eyes.

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