奇異點 / 奇异点
qíyìdiǎn
In Chinese, the word for singularity (in the context of physics) is 奇異點 / 奇异点 (qíyìdiǎn). If unsure, use 奇異點 / 奇异点. Wiktionary also lists 奇點 / 奇点 (qídiǎn).
Meaning: physics: point of infinite density (noun)
Ways to say it
| Chinese | Romanization (Wiktionary) |
|---|---|
| 奇異點 / 奇异点 | qíyìdiǎn |
| 奇點 / 奇点 | qídiǎn |
In a scientific context, 奇異點 / 奇异点 is used to refer to a gravitational singularity or a mathematical singularity, such as a point of infinite density.
What does it mean word for word?
The term 奇異點 / 奇异点 is composed of 奇異 (strange/odd) and 點 (point).
Which one should you use?
While 奇異點 / 奇异点 is the full descriptive term, 奇點 / 奇点 is a common, more concise technical shorthand used in physics and mathematics. Additionally, the term 单一性 conveys the meaning of singularity focusing on the aspect of being singular or one.
How do you pronounce it?
qíyìdiǎn
Did you know?
- The character 奇 in 奇異點 can mean 'odd' or 'strange' but it also describes 'odd numbers' in mathematics.
- In traditional Chinese calligraphy and logic the character 點 (point) is the simplest possible stroke unit.
- The term 奇異 is frequently used in Chinese to describe something 'miraculous' or 'wonderful' beyond the ordinary.
Examples in context
- 人工智能的发展可能导致奇点的到来。The development of artificial intelligence may lead to the arrival of singularity.
- 她的艺术作品非常独一无二。Her artworks are truly one of a kind.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “singularity” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
