| 脈絡 | mài luò | arteries and veins; network of blood vessels; vascular system (of a plant or animal); (fig.) fabric (i.e. underlying structure, as in "social fabric"); overall context | |
| 脈搏HSK 6 | mài bó | pulse (both medical and figurative) |
| 1 | We need to explain the ins and outs of this issue. | |
| 2 | We should actively participate in social activities to expand our network. | |
| 3 | The distant mountains looked as if they were shrouded in a thin layer of mist. | |
| 4 | The Himalayas are one of the sacred mountains in Tibetan folklore. | |
| 5 | The lake was calm and tranquil, reflecting the serenity of the surrounding mountains. |