Meanings of 锤子
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AI Study Notes for 锤子
锤子 (hammer) vs 榔头 (mallet) — choose 锤子 for driving nails and heavy impact, while 榔头 is softer and used for striking without damaging.
When using 锤子, be careful not to confuse it with other tools. It is informal and commonly used in everyday conversations about DIY or construction. A common collocation is '用锤子', meaning 'to use a hammer'.
Although 锤子 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects with HSK Level 2 words related to tools and actions, like '用' (to use) and '做' (to do). Focus on practicing its pronunciation and usage in context.
Learners often confuse 锤子 with other tools, like 钳子 (pliers). For example, saying '我需要一个钳子' (I need a pliers) when meaning 'I need a hammer' is incorrect; the correct phrase is '我需要一个锤子'.
Pronunciation of 锤子
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Component Characters
How to say hammer in Chinese
“hammer” in Chinese is锤子
锤子 (chuízi) refers to a hammer, a tool commonly used for driving nails, breaking objects, and performing construction tasks. It is essential in various trades and DIY projects, symbolizing strength and the act of construction or repair.
When to use 锤子
When using 锤子, be careful not to confuse it with other tools. It is informal and commonly used in everyday conversations about DIY or construction. A common collocation is '用锤子', meaning 'to use a hammer'.
锤子 or something close to it
锤子 (hammer) vs 榔头 (mallet) — choose 锤子 for driving nails and heavy impact, while 榔头 is softer and used for striking without damaging.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 锤子 with other tools, like 钳子 (pliers). For example, saying '我需要一个钳子' (I need a pliers) when meaning 'I need a hammer' is incorrect; the correct phrase is '我需要一个锤子'.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 锤子
It is pronounced as 'chuízi', with the first syllable having a rising tone and the second syllable a neutral tone.
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