岩石

岩石 (yán shí) is the Chinese word for 'rock' or 'stone,' referring to a naturally occurring solid aggregate of minerals. It is commonly used in geological contexts and can also describe a hard, unyielding nature in figurative language.

The character 岩 (yán) originally meant 'rock' or 'stone,' derived from the shape of a rock formation. 石 (shí) directly means 'stone' or 'rock.' Together, they emphasize the physical and geological aspect of the term.

岩石 is frequently used in nature-related discussions, such as geology, geography, and environmental science. In daily life, it may also be used metaphorically to describe something strong or unchangeable. The term is essential in both scientific and everyday contexts in Chinese.