Chinese
Vocab Builder for commonly used words in Chinese.
营销 (yíng xiāo)
In Chinese, '营销' refers to the activities done by a company to promote and sell its products or services, which includes advertising, market research, sales, etc. It is used in almost the same way as 'marketing' in English, covering all aspects of business from product conception to the final sale.
著名 (zhù míng)
The Chinese word '著名' is used to describe something or someone that is well known by many people. It is used similarly to the English word 'famous', often being attached to individuals such as celebrities or prominent figures, or even places, events, and works of art that are widely recognized.
Example sentences with 著名 →葡萄 (pú tao)
The Chinese word for grape is '葡萄' (pú tao). In China, grapes are a popular fruit and you might often hear this word in local markets, supermarkets or fruit stands. Just like in English, '葡萄' can be used to signify a single grape or grapes in general. This word can also be combined with other words to form terms such as '葡萄酒' (pú tao jiǔ), which is wine.
葡萄酒 (pú táo jiǔ)
In Chinese, 'wine' is translated to '葡萄酒'. It is used generally in the same context as it is in English. It refers to an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grape juice. It's a popular drink for many occasions in China, often consumed with meals, specially during family gatherings and celebrations.
Example sentences with 葡萄酒 →葬礼 (zànglǐ)
The Chinese word '葬礼' is used to refer to a ceremony to commemorate the death of a person, usually involving burial or cremation. It is used in similar context as in English, but the traditions and customs of the ceremony may greatly differ depending on the cultural context.
蓝色 (lán sè)
The Chinese word for 'blue' is '蓝色'. It is used exactly in the same contexts as in English, to describe the color of the sky, the sea, or an object. It can be used to describe emotions as well, such as feeling 'blue' or sad.
蔬菜 (shūcài)
This term refers to vegetables in general. Chinese cuisine includes a wide range of vegetables in their dishes.
Example sentences with 蔬菜 →薪水 (xīn shuǐ)
In Chinese, '薪水' translates to 'salary'. This is commonly used in conversations and text to represent the remuneration that an individual receives for their work, much like its English equivalent. It is always suitable in a professional and casual context.
虐待 (nüè dài)
The word '虐待' in Chinese is used to describe the act of treating someone with cruelty or violence, especially regularly or repeatedly. It can also refer to misuse of something in a harmful way. Depending on the context, it may describe a wide range of harmful processes, activities or actions from physical, emotional, psychological abuse to substance misuse.
Example sentences with 虐待 →虫 (chóng)
The Chinese word for 'bug' is '虫'. This is a simple noun that is commonly used to refer to small insects. In some contexts, it can also refer to the broader category of small creatures, including insects, worms, and similar small organisms. It is used in the same way as the English word 'bug'.
Example sentences with 虫 →虽然 (suī rán)
The Chinese word '虽然' is used similarly to 'though' in English. It is often used to convey the meaning of 'although' or 'despite'. It is typically used at the beginning of a sentence or clause to contrast two statements or show cause and effect.
蛇 (shé)
The Chinese word for 'snake' is '蛇'. This word can be used in the same contexts as in English, mainly referring to the reptile. It can also be figuratively used to refer to a sneaky or deceitful person, similar to English. Note that different types of snakes might have different names in Chinese.
蛋糕 (dàn gāo)
The Chinese term for 'cake' is '蛋糕'. It is generally used in the same context as in English, referring to the sweet dessert that is often served during celebrations like birthdays and weddings.
Example sentences with 蛋糕 →蜜糖 (mì táng)
In Chinese, '蜜糖' is often used in a similar way to its English counterpart. It can refer to the sweet substance produced by bees, or it can be used metaphorically to describe something or someone sweet and pleasant. For example, it is commonly used as a term of affectionate address, similar to 'honey' in English.
Example sentences with 蜜糖 →蜡烛 (làzhú)
The Chinese word for candle is '蜡烛' (làzhú). Just like in English, it can be used in various contexts. It's often used when talking about lighting conditions, celebrations, spiritual rituals or anything related to candle-like shapes or features. It can be used in sentences like '点燃一根蜡烛' which translates to 'light a candle'.
蝙蝠 (biānfú)
In Chinese, 'bat' is translated into '蝙蝠' (biānfú). It is used the same way as in English, to refer to the nocturnal flying mammal. It is also rich in Chinese cultural symbolism, often associated with luck and happiness as its pronunciation 'fú' sounds like the word for 'fortune' or 'happiness'.
Example sentences with 蝙蝠 →螺丝 (luó sī)
In Chinese, the word for 'screw' is '螺丝'. It is used much like in English, typically referring to a type of fastener, in some machines, made of metal, and characterized by a helical ridge, known as a male thread (external thread).
Example sentences with 螺丝 →血液 (xuèyè)
In Chinese, the word 'blood' translates to '血液' (xuèyè), which can be used in various contexts just like in English. It can be used to refer to the red fluid that circulates in the arteries and veins of humans and other vertebrate animals, as well as metaphorically in various sayings and proverbs.
行业 (háng yè)
In Chinese, '行业' is used to describe a particular form or sector of business or manufacture. It's similar to its English counterpart 'industry' in that it could refer to various branches of commercial endeavor and is often used in contexts that discuss business, economies or sectors. It's a formal word commonly seen in written language or formal conversations.
行为 (xíng wéi)
In Chinese, '行为' points to how someone acts or conducts oneself, just like the English terminology 'behavior'. It can apply to both people and animals. It is commonly used in various contexts, from psychology to social sciences.
行动 (xíng dòng)
In Chinese, '行动' is used to represent an act or a move. It can be used broadly in a number of contexts, whether it's referring to a physical movement (like running or walking), an orchestrated operation, or a decisive act taken in a particular situation. Just as in English, '行动' can also imply forward momentum or progress.
行政 (xíng zhèng)
In Chinese, '行政' refers to the act of managing or supervising an organization or effort. This could apply to the management of the government, businesses, or any other organization. It is commonly used in contexts like government administration ('政府行政') or business administration ('企业行政') to refer to the upper management department that executes the strategies and policies.
行李 (xínglǐ)
The Chinese word for 'luggage' is '行李' (xínglǐ). The term refers to bags, cases, and containers which hold a traveler's articles while the traveler is in transit. It is commonly used when discussing travel, and it can encompass anything from a single suitcase to an elaborate set of matching luggage.
行李箱 (xínglǐxiāng)
The Chinese word for suitcase is 行李箱 (xínglǐxiāng). It is often used in the same context as in English, referring to a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes, electronics, and other personal belongings. It can be referenced in travel, moving, or any situation where personal items are being transported.
行程 (xíngchéng)
The Chinese word '行程' is used much in the same way as 'itinerary' is used in English. It refers to a detailed plan or route of a journey. The term is most commonly used in travel contexts, such as a tourist's sightseeing agenda or a businessperson's schedule of appointments.
行走 (xíng zǒu)
In Chinese, the word 'walk' translates to '行走'. It is used to express the action of moving along by putting one foot in front of the other, just as in English. It can be used in various contexts, like daily walks, walking the dog, going for a walk, etc.
街道 (jiēdào)
The Chinese word '街道' directly translates to 'street' in English. It is typically used in the same manner as it is applied in English, to represent a public road in a city or town, usually with buildings along the side. The word '街道' is predominantly used in conversations, addresses and geographical descriptions.
衣服 (yī fú)
The Chinese word for clothes is '衣服'. It is used in the same context as in English, referring to garments or attire that are worn on the body. In general, it is a collective term for pieces of clothing and isn't usually used to specify any particular type of clothing.
Example sentences with 衣服 →衣柜 (yī guì)
The Chinese word for 'wardrobe' is '衣柜'. It is used in a similar context as in English, referring to a large, often ornate cabinet or closet used for storing clothes. Just like in English, it can also be used metaphorically, for instance to describe a range or collection of clothes that someone has.
衣橱 (yī chú)
The term '衣橱' in Chinese is used to describe a furniture for clothes, similar to a cupboard or a closet in English. It typically has doors and shelves and is used to store clothes, shoes, and other items. Chinese speakers will use '衣橱' in the same context as English speakers would use 'wardrobe'.