北极
běi jí
North Pole
北极的冰层正在融化。
The ice layers at the North Pole are melting.
formal
The northernmost point on Earth, located in the Arctic region, characterized by extreme cold and ice.
科学家们正在研究北极的生态系统。
Scientists are studying the ecosystem of the North Pole.
The term can also refer to the Arctic region as a whole in some contexts.
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Pro Tip
Geographical Context
The North Pole is distinct from the Arctic region, though the terms are sometimes used interchangeably in casual speech.
Gold Rule
Pronunciation
Note the third tone on '北' (běi) and the fourth tone on '极' (jí).
Word Origin
Composed of '北' (north) and '极' (pole), referring to the northernmost point on Earth.
Usage Notes
In Chinese, '北极' can sometimes be used metaphorically to describe something extremely cold or remote, but this is less common.
Word Breakdown
北
north
root极
pole
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