气压 qìyā atmospheric pressure
atmospheric pressure; barometric pressure
How to remember 气压: 气 air + 压 press = atmospheric pressure.
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How it is used
- 'Atmospheric/air pressure' - 低气压 (dī qìyā) low pressure (also fig. a gloomy mood).
- Scientific/weather term; 气压计 (qìyājì) barometer.
- Figuratively 低气压 can describe a tense, oppressive atmosphere in a room.