罕见

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hǎn jiàn
Meaning: rare
Example
这种动物在野外非常罕见。
hǎn jiàn

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罕见 (hǎn jiàn) meaning in English
hǎnjiàn

罕见 means 'rare' or 'uncommon,' describing something that does not occur frequently. It emphasizes the scarcity or infrequency of an event, object, or occurrence, often implying surprise or uniqueness.

The character 罕 (hǎn) originally meant 'few' or 'scarcely,' while 见 (jiàn) means 'to see' or 'encounter.' Together, they form a compound meaning 'rarely seen' or 'uncommon,' reflecting the idea that something is not often encountered.

罕见 is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe anything from rare events to uncommon traits. In Chinese culture, it often carries a sense of value or special significance, as things that are rare are often considered precious or noteworthy.

💬 Example Sentences

这种动物在野外非常罕见。
hǎn jiàn
This animal is very rare in the wild.
他这种想法在年轻人中很罕见。
hǎn jiàn
His idea is quite rare among young people.

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