[2024-08-11] Unlocking Chinese Wisdom & Words!

小费

xiǎo fèi

In Chinese, '小费' is usually given to the service workers such as waiters, bellboys, taxi drivers, etc as a token of appreciation for their good service. This is similar to the culture in the Western countries where it is common to leave a small amount of money, called 'tip', according to the quality of service.

Here's how to use it:

• 他通常会给20%的小费。
  Tā tōngcháng huì gěi 20% de xiǎofèi.
• 我可以用信用卡支付小费吗？
  Wǒ kěyǐ yòng xìnyòngkǎ zhīfù xiǎofèi ma?
• 小费是确保服务质量的一种方式。
  Xiǎofèi shì quèbǎo fúwù zhìliàng de yīzhǒng fāngshì.

盐

yán

The Chinese word for salt is '盐' (yán). It is used in the same context as in English, it is a common seasoning used in food to enhance flavor.

Here's how to use it:

• 我需要一些盐。
  Wǒ xūyào yīxiē yán.
• 请把盐递给我。
  Qǐng bǎ yán dì gěi wǒ.
• 盐可以解决冰的问题。
  Yán kěyǐ jiějué bīng de wèntí.

欠

qiàn

The Chinese word '欠' directly translates to 'owe' in English. It is most commonly used in sentences to indicate a debt or obligation, much like how 'owe' is used in English. It could be in the context of money, a favor, or other forms of obligation.

Here's how to use it:

• 我欠你一百元.
  Wǒ qiàn nǐ yībǎi yuán.
• 我仍欠他一封信。
  Wǒ réng qiàn tā yī feng xìn.
• 我欠你一个道歉.
  Wǒ qiàn nǐ yīgè dàoqiàn.

代码

dài mǎ

In Chinese, '代码' is used to represent the concept of 'code'. This could refer to computer programming code, a system of rules to convert information, or a system of symbols or signals for communication. It's commonly used in technology and information technology contexts.

Here's how to use it:

• 请检查这段代码。
  Qǐng jiǎnchá zhè duàn dàimǎ.
• 代码有错误。
  Dàimǎ yǒu cuòwù.
• 这段代码很复杂。
  Zhè duàn dàimǎ hěn fùzá.

稀有

xī yǒu

The Chinese word '稀有' is used to describe something that is not found in large numbers and therefore is of interest or value. It can be used to describe objects, events, or qualities that are uncommon or infrequent. It is often used in contexts like gemstones, species, events, etc.

Here's how to use it:

• 他收集稀有的邮票。
  tā shōují xī yǒu de yóupiào.
• 她有一个稀有的血型。
  tā yǒu yīgè xī yǒu de xuèxíng.
• 他所拥有的是一种稀有的贵金属。
  tā suǒ yǒngyǒu de shì yī zhǒng xī yǒu de guì jīnshǔ.

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