Meanings of 马车
Listen & Choose the Meaning
Choose the correct answer:
About 马车
Podcast: 马车
Podcast: 马车
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 马车
马车 is generally used in more formal or literary contexts rather than everyday conversation. Be cautious not to confuse it with just '车 (car)' which implies modern vehicles. Common collocations include 马车夫 (mǎchēfū - coachman) and 马车旅行 (mǎchē lǚxíng - horse-drawn carriage travel).
While 马车 is not an HSK level word, it connects to themes of transportation and travel, which are prevalent in HSK vocabulary. Students should focus on understanding the context in which 马车 is used, along with related terms like 车 (vehicle) and 驴 (donkey).
Learners often confuse 马车 with modern vehicles and might use it in contexts where only 车 would be appropriate. For example, saying '我买了马车' (Wǒ mǎile mǎchē - I bought a horse cart) when referring to a car is incorrect; use '我买了车' instead.
Pronunciation of 马车
Drill the tone of 马车 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Component Characters
How to say cart in Chinese
“cart” in Chinese is马车
马车 (mǎchē) refers to a horse-drawn vehicle, commonly used in historical contexts and rural areas. It signifies not just transportation but also a cultural symbol of past lifestyles in China, often depicted in literature and art. In modern usage, it may evoke nostalgia for traditional means of travel.
When to use 马车
马车 is generally used in more formal or literary contexts rather than everyday conversation. Be cautious not to confuse it with just '车 (car)' which implies modern vehicles. Common collocations include 马车夫 (mǎchēfū - coachman) and 马车旅行 (mǎchē lǚxíng - horse-drawn carriage travel).
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 马车 with modern vehicles and might use it in contexts where only 车 would be appropriate. For example, saying '我买了马车' (Wǒ mǎile mǎchē - I bought a horse cart) when referring to a car is incorrect; use '我买了车' instead.
Write 马车
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 马车 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions about 马车
马车 is largely historical and not commonly used for transportation in urban areas; however, it can still be seen in rural regions or as a tourist attraction.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 马车?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.