Noun
Information, examples, and exercises related to nouns, which are words that denote a person, place, thing, or idea.
燃烧 (ránshāo)
burn
The Chinese word '燃烧' is used similarly as the English word 'burn.' It can be used to describe the physical burning of materials, such as '燃烧木头' ('burning wood'). But it can also be used metaphorically as in '燃烧的激情' ('burning passion').
Example sentences with 燃烧 →爱 (ài)
love
The Chinese word for 'love' is '爱', pronounced 'ài'. It's a verb that expresses a deep affection or intense attraction towards someone or something. In Chinese culture, '爱' might not be as casually used as 'love' in English; generally, it indicates a profound feeling of romantic love or familial love.
父亲 (fù qīn)
father
The word '父亲' is the formal word for father in Chinese language. It is used in formal situations or when showing respect. In more casual situations, the word '爸爸' might be used instead.
父母 (fùmǔ)
parent
The Chinese word for parent, '父母'(fùmǔ), is a combination of two words '父'(father) and '母'(mother). It is often used in a respectful way when talking about someone else's parents and can be used in both formal and casual situations. For example, '他的父母非常善良' (His parents are very kind).
爷爷 (yéye)
grandfather
In Chinese, the word for paternal grandfather is '爷爷' (yéye). It is usually used to address the father of one's father. This term is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts.
Example sentences with 爷爷 →爸爸 (bàba)
dad
The Chinese word '爸爸' (bàba) is used in the same way as the English word 'dad'. It is commonly used in everyday conversation when referring to one's father. It reflects an affectionate and familiar relationship. The word is formed by repeating the single-character word for father, '爸', in order to create an endearing term.
版本 (bǎn běn)
version
In Chinese, '版本' (bǎn běn) is used to specify a particular form or variant of something, just like in English. It could refer to a version of a book, software, movie, or other objects or ideas that can exist in multiple forms or iterations. It isn't typically used to describe a person's account or interpretation of events, as 'version' can be in English.
牙齿 (yá chǐ)
tooth
The Chinese word for tooth is '牙齿'. It is used in the same way as in English to refer to the hard, calcified structure found in the jaws of many animals that is used to break down food. It can also be used figuratively in some phrases and expressions.
牛 (niú)
cow
In Chinese, 牛 (niú) is used to refer to a cow. It can be used on its own or in conjunction with other words to refer to specific types of cows, such as 母牛 (mǔniú) for 'female cow' or 牛肉 (niúròu) for 'beef'. Beyond its literal meaning, 牛 also has cultural significance in Chinese, representing hardworking and honest characteristics.
牛奶 (niú nǎi)
milk
In Chinese, milk is called '牛奶'. It is used to describe the white liquid produced by mammals for the nourishment of their young. This term is particularly used in food and drink context in Chinese. When ordering drinks at a cafe or tea shop, you might use this word. A standard cup of tea in China is usually served with '牛奶'.
牛排 (niú pái)
steak
In Chinese, '牛排' is used to refer to a piece of high-quality beef that's cooked by grilling, broiling, or frying. It's a popular western food that's also found in Chinese menus, often served with sides like potato, vegetables, or rice. While '牛' means cow, '排' refers to a slice or a piece, indicating it's a piece of beef.
牧师 (Mùshī)
priest
In Chinese, '牧师' which sounds like 'Mùshī' refers to a priest. The term is mostly used in Christian religions to refer to a person authorized to conduct religious worship, implying spiritual guidance or authority. It can be used in many of the same contexts as the English equivalent.
Example sentences with 牧师 →物体 (wù tǐ)
object
In Chinese, the word 'object' is translated to '物体' or 'wùtǐ'. It can be used in most of the same contexts as in English, referring to a thing, entity or priori object. For example, in the sentence '这是一个重要的物体' it is used to mean 'This is an important object'.
物理 (wù lǐ)
physics
The Chinese word for 'physics' is '物理'. This term is used similarly to how we use 'physics' in English, mostly in the context of education and scientific study. It's utilized when discussing or studying the basic principles of matter and energy, including heat, light, radiation, sound, electricity, magnetism, and the structure of atoms.
物质 (wù zhì)
substance
The word '物质' in Chinese is used to refer to a type of matter with uniform properties, similar to how the term 'substance' is used in English. It can be used in general or scientific contexts, and it can refer to both physical substances, like water or metal, and abstract concepts, like the substance of an argument or a discussion.
特殊 (tèshū)
specific
In Chinese, the word '特殊' is used to indicate specificity, singularity, or a particular quality. It is used in sentences to stress the uniqueness or special attributes of a noun. For example, '这是一个特殊的案例' means 'This is a specific case'.
特点 (tèdiǎn)
feature
The Chinese word '特点' refers to the concept of 'feature' in English. It can be used in almost the same way as in English to describe distinctive characteristics or attributes of an object, person, animal, etc. For instance, a sentence like 'This phone has many new features' would translate to '这部手机有很多新的特点'.
Example sentences with 特点 →状态 (zhuàng tài)
state
The Chinese word '状态' is used to describe the condition or circumstances of a person or thing at a particular time. It has similar usage as the English word 'state', which can be used in various contexts including, 'state of health', 'state of mind', 'state of affairs', etc.
狐狸 (hú lí)
fox
In Chinese, '狐狸' is the equivalent for fox. It is often used in various contexts, as in idioms, metaphors, and folklore, similarly to English. For instance, the phrase '狐狸精' literally translated as 'fox spirit' is a common metaphor for a sly or cunning individual.
狗 (gǒu)
dog
In Chinese, '狗' (gǒu) is used similar to how 'dog' is used in English, referring to the domesticated mammal related to the fox and wild wolf. It's a common pet worldwide and is known for being loyal and protective. Depending on context, '狗' may also be used in proverbs or idioms, which carry certain cultural connotations, just like in English.
独一无二 (dú yī wú èr)
unique
独一无二 is used in Chinese to describe something that is the only one of its kind; something unique. It can be used to describe objects, people, events, etc.
Example sentences with 独一无二 →独立 (dú lì)
independence
The Chinese word '独立' is used to refer to the state of being independent. This could mean not being subject to control or influence from others, or being capable of thinking or acting for oneself. In a broader sense, it can also refer to a country or state that is self-governing.
狭窄 (xiá zhǎi)
narrow
The Chinese word '狭窄' refers to something being narrow. It can be used to describe a very narrow space, a narrow street or alley, or metaphorically, a person's narrow viewpoint or mindedness.
Example sentences with 狭窄 →狮子 (shī zi)
lion
In Chinese, the word for lion is '狮子' (shī zi). It can be used in various contexts, just like in English. For example, it can refer to the animal itself or be used metaphorically to symbolize strength and bravery. Chinese culture has a special respect for lions, they are considered as protectors and symbols of power and dignity, often seen in Chinese traditional art and folklore.
猎 (liè)
hunt
In Chinese, '猎' is used to illustrate the action of hunting. It can refer to hunting animals, or metaphorically, the pursuit of a goal or desire. It can be used in various contexts, often accompanied with other characters to form different phrases or idioms. For instance, '猎人' means hunter, '猎物' refers to prey.
猜测 (cāi cè)
guess
The Chinese word '猜测' is used in a similar way as 'guess' in English. It can refer to forming an opinion or estimate about something without sufficient information or knowledge. It can be used in various contexts where one needs to make a presumption or prediction.
猪 (zhū)
pig
The Chinese word for pig is used similarly to how it is in English. It refers to the farm animal known for its snout and ability to be used in various dishes. In Chinese culture, the pig also has significance in the Chinese zodiac, representing traits such as honesty, determination, and indulgence.
猫 (māo)
cat
The word '猫' (māo) translates to 'cat' in English. In Chinese, it is commonly used to refer to small, domesticated felines, similarly to English. It can also be part of other words or phrases. For example, '家猫' (jiā māo) is a house cat and '流浪猫' (liú làng māo) refers to a stray cat.
猴子 (hóu zi)
monkey
In Chinese, '猴子' is pronounced as 'hóu zi'. It is used to describe the animal monkey. It can be used just as the word 'monkey' is used in English, to refer to the specific animal, or used metaphorically to describe someone as naughty or mischievous.
率 (lǜ)
rate
The Chinese word '率' is used to denote a proportion, rate, or ratio. In terms of usage, it generally appears in the context of statistics, finance, economics, and mathematics, similar to how 'rate' is used in English.