隐约 yǐnyuē vague
vague; faint; indistinct
How to remember 隐约: 隐 to hide + 约 make an appointment = vague.
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How it is used
- Faint and indistinct - barely perceptible - 隐约听见歌声 (yǐnyuē tīngjiàn gēshēng) to faintly hear singing.
- Adverb/adjective for dim, vague sensory or emotional impressions; often 隐隐约约 (reduplicated for emphasis).
- Pairs with 隐约可见 (dimly visible), 隐约感到 (to have a vague feeling); contrast 清楚 (clear/distinct).