Definition
海湾 (hǎi wān) is a general geographical term for a bay or gulf — a broad inlet of the sea. 港湾 (gǎng wān) specifically means a natural harbor or port where ships dock, often smaller and more sheltered.
noun
baygulf
Examples
- 海湾，。Zhège hǎi wān fēicháng níngjìng, shìhé dùjià.This bay is very peaceful and suitable for a holiday.
- 海湾。Yúmínmen měitiān zài hǎi wān lǐ bǔ yú.Fishermen fish in the bay every day.
- 海湾。Cóng shāndǐng kěyǐ kànjiàn zhěng gè hǎi wān.From the mountaintop you can see the whole bay.
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