Noun
Information, examples, and exercises related to nouns, which are words that denote a person, place, thing, or idea.
滑 (huá)
slide
The word '滑' translates to 'slide' in English. It can be used in a variety of contexts such as 'slide down a hill' or 'the screen slides open'. It indicates the smooth movement of an object, often due to gravity or some sort of momentum, and can also refer to a surface that allows this sliding movement to take place.
Example sentences with 滑 →满意 (mǎn yì)
satisfaction
The Chinese word for satisfaction is '满意'. It is used similarly as it is in English to convey a sentiment of contentment or fulfilment, whether in circumstances or in achieving goals and desires. It can be used in various contexts in sentences, providing a descriptive element of emotion or gratification.
Example sentences with 满意 →演员 (yǎn yuán)
actor
This term can be used to refer to both male and female actors in a movie, similar to the term 'actor' in English.
Example sentences with 演员 →演示 (yǎn shì)
presentation
The word '演示' in Chinese is used to refer to an act of presenting a topic or issue, especially in a formal setting. It can be used in various contexts like business, education, public speaking, and so on.
演讲 (yǎn jiǎng)
speech
The Chinese word '演讲' stands for 'speech'. It is frequently used in the context of public speaking, such as political speeches, award acceptance speeches, or presentations. It can also be used to refer to the ability or act of speaking.
潜力 (qián lì)
potential
In Chinese, '潜力' directly translates to 'potential'. It is often used in the same contexts as the English word; for example, to talk about the unseen capacity or latent qualities within an individual, system or object. It can be used in daily conversations, business discussions, educational settings, etc.
Example sentences with 潜力 →潜艇 (qiántǐng)
submarine
The Chinese word '潜艇' is used just like the English word 'submarine'. It refers to a watercraft capable of independent operation underwater. It is often used in the context of naval warfare, research, and exploration of the ocean depths.
激动 (jī dòng)
excitement
The translated Chinese word '激动' can be used in various contexts such as when you feel a strong feeling of happiness or enthusiasm. Just like in English, it can also refer to the state of being aroused or stimulated to a high degree.
激情 (jī qíng)
passion
The Chinese word '激情' is used to express a strong and barely controllable emotion or a strong desire and enthusiasm for something. It is often used in contexts where someone's commitment to a hobby, work, or a person is being described.
Example sentences with 激情 →火 (huǒ)
fire
In Chinese, the word for 'fire' is '火' (huǒ). It is used in the same way as in English, to denote the rapid oxidation of a material in the chemical process of combustion, releasing heat, light, and various reaction products. It can also be used metaphorically, similar to the English usage.
火柴 (huǒchái)
match
In Chinese, 'match' is translated as '火柴' (huǒchái). It is generally used in the same context as in English, specifically referring to the small stick that creates a flame when rubbed against a rough surface. Like in English, it can also be used metaphorically in various contexts.
Example sentences with 火柴 →灯 (dēng)
lamp
In Chinese, the word for 'lamp' is '灯' (dēng). It is used almost exactly the same way as in English, being an essential piece of furniture in most homes and buildings for lighting purposes.
灰尘 (huī chén)
dust
The Chinese term for dust is '灰尘'. Just like in English, '灰尘' is generally used to refer to small particles, like the ones you'd find on an unclean surface or floating in the air. It can also be a metaphor for something insignificant or trivial.
Example sentences with 灰尘 →灾难 (zāi nàn)
disaster
The Chinese word '灾难' translates to 'disaster' in English. It's used to describe a devastating event causing great damage, loss, or destruction. It is usually used in a negative context and can refer to natural disasters like earthquakes and floods, as well as man-made disasters like wars and financial crashes.
Example sentences with 灾难 →炉子 (lú zi)
stove
The Chinese word '炉子' refers to the appliance used for cooking, which is known as a 'stove' in English. Much like in English-speaking cultures, a '炉子' is an essential household item in China, used for preparing meals. It is worth noting that the concept may vary slightly, as stoves are typically gas-powered in China, rather than electric.
点 (diǎn)
point
In Chinese, '点' is used as a noun or verb similar to the English 'point'. As a noun, it can mean a location or a specific point in time. As a verb, it can be used to mean to select or to point at something. But like many Chinese words, it has multiple meanings depending on context.
点击 (diǎnjī)
click
The word '点击' in Chinese, pronounced 'diǎnjī', is used similarly to 'click' in English. It is often used in the context of internet or computer use, to represent the action of pressing a button or link using a mouse or touch screen.
烘焙 (hōng bèi)
bake
The Chinese word '烘焙' is used to describe the action of baking something. It's used in a similar context as in English, for example, baking cookies or bread. It can be used in various phrases to discuss baking in both a casual and professional context.
烟 (yān)
smoke
The Chinese word for 'smoke' is '烟'. It is often used in the context of smoking cigarettes, atmospheric smoke from cooking or burning, and metaphorically to represent fog or mist. It can also be used as a verb to indicate the act of smoking, like 'smoking a cigarette'.
烤箱 (kǎo xiāng)
oven
The Chinese word '烤箱' is used to refer to an oven, which is a device used for baking and roasting. It's used in the same way the English word 'oven' is used. For example, when talking about baking a cake or roasting a turkey, you would use '烤箱'.
热 (rè)
heat
The Chinese term '热' can be used in similar ways to the English word 'heat'. It refers to the sensation or condition of warmth or hotness. It can also represent a high degree of excitement, enthusiasm, or emotional intensity.
Example sentences with 热 →热情 (rè qíng)
enthusiasm
The Chinese word '热情' is used to express enthusiasm or zeal. It can be used to describe someone who is passionate about something. For example, '她对学习中文非常热情' translates to 'She is very enthusiastic about learning Chinese'.
Example sentences with 热情 →烹饪 (pēng rèn)
cook
The Chinese word '烹饪' refers to the English word 'cook', particularly used in the context of preparing food by using heat. It can be used in various contexts similar to English, for example as a verb to describe the action (I love to cook), or as a noun to describe the person doing the cooking (The cook is preparing dinner).
焦虑 (jiāo lǜ)
anxiety
The Chinese word '焦虑' is used to depict the feelings of unease, such as worry or fear, that can be mild or severe. It is typically invoked in situations of uncertainty or high pressure.
照片 (zhào piàn)
photo
The Chinese word for 'photo' is '照片' (zhào piàn). It is used in a similar context as in English; it can be used to refer to a single photo, an album of photos, or the concept of photography. For example, '这是我的照片' means 'This is my photo'.
熊 (xiong)
bear
In Mandarin Chinese, 'bear' is translated as '熊' (xiong). It is used to refer to the large mammal known for its strength and fur. It could also figuratively convey someone who is strong or daunting. It is used in the same context as its English counterpart.
熟人 (shúrén)
acquaintance
This word is used to refer to someone you know slightly, but are not close friends with. It is a common word to introduce the relationship of not-close friends.
Example sentences with 熟人 →熟悉 (shúxī)
familiar
The Chinese word '熟悉' is used similarly to its English counterpart 'familiar'. It can be used to describe a deep understanding or rapport with something or someone, indicating a sense of friendliness or intimacy. It can be applied to people, places, concepts, etc.
燃料 (rán liào)
fuel
In Chinese, '燃料' is used to refer to a material such as coal, gas, or oil that is burned to produce heat or power. It can be used in various contexts, for example to talk about types of fuel used in vehicles or to generate electricity.
燃气 (rán qì)
gas
The term '燃气' in Chinese is generally used to refer to any type of gas used as fuel, just like the word 'gas' in English. This can include natural gas, propane, and even petrol in certain contexts. However, it can depend on the discussion's context. The exact usage and meaning may differ between regions.