壁立千仞 Sheer cliffs a thousand ren high
Explanation
形容山势陡峭，高耸入云。
Describes steep and towering mountains.
Origin Story
传说中，一位隐士在深山修行，他居住的山峰壁立千仞，周围云雾缭绕，宛如仙境。山峰之高，令人望而生畏，只有沿着崎岖的山路才能到达山顶。隐士日日夜夜在此修行，感悟天地自然，他的住所虽简陋，却充满宁静祥和之气。一日，一位年轻的书生慕名而来，想拜访这位隐士，但他看到山峰壁立千仞，顿时感到害怕，犹豫不决。隐士似乎察觉到了书生的到来，便在山顶弹奏起古琴，琴声清脆悠扬，在山谷中回荡。琴声仿佛具有魔力一般，鼓励着书生继续前行。书生鼓起勇气，最终到达山顶，拜见了隐士，并聆听了隐士讲述的修行心得。书生深受启发，从此潜心修炼，最终也成为了一位德高望重的隐士。
Legend has it that a hermit lived in seclusion in the mountains. His dwelling was situated on a sheer cliff face, shrouded in mist and mystery. The sheer height of the cliff was daunting, with only a narrow path leading to the summit. The hermit spent his days in meditation, and though his abode was humble, it radiated peace and serenity. One day, a young scholar came to visit, but the sight of the cliff filled him with fear and hesitation. The hermit, sensing the visitor's arrival, began to play the guqin on the summit. The sounds of the guqin were clear and melodious, echoing through the valley. The music seemed to have a magical effect, encouraging the scholar to press on. Summoning his courage, the scholar finally reached the summit and met the hermit, listening to his teachings. Inspired, the scholar dedicated himself to meditation and eventually became a respected hermit himself.
Usage
多用于描写山峰高耸陡峭的景象，也常用来比喻人的品格高尚，坚韧不拔。
Mostly used to describe the towering and steep mountains, but also often used to describe the noble and unyielding character of a person.
Examples
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太行山脉壁立千仞，气势磅礴。
Taihang shanmai bili qianren, qishi bangbo.
The Taihang Mountain Range stands majestically, imposing in its scale.
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此处山势壁立千仞，令人望而生畏。
Ci chu shan shi bili qianren, ling ren wang er shengwei.
The mountains here are sheer and daunting, inspiring awe.