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Be careful to use 厘米 when referring to measurements in centimeters, as using 米 (mǐ) alone refers to meters. In formal contexts, such as scientific writing, use the full term 厘米, while in casual conversation, you might hear just the abbreviation '厘米.'
As an HSK 5 word, 厘米 connects well with other measurement terms like 米 (mǐ - meter) and 公里 (gōnglǐ - kilometer). Focus on its usage in practical contexts like shopping or discussing height, which can help reinforce its meaning.
Learners often confuse 厘米 with 米, using '米' when they mean 'centimeter.' For example, saying '我高一米八' (Wǒ gāo yī mǐ bā) instead of '我高一米八十厘米' (Wǒ gāo yī mǐ bāshí límǐ) is incorrect.
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How to say centimeter in Chinese
“centimeter” in Chinese is厘米
厘米 (límǐ) means 'centimeter,' a unit of length in the metric system commonly used in China for measuring height, distance, and dimensions. It is also a standard term in various fields such as science and everyday life, particularly in education and construction.
When to use 厘米
Be careful to use 厘米 when referring to measurements in centimeters, as using 米 (mǐ) alone refers to meters. In formal contexts, such as scientific writing, use the full term 厘米, while in casual conversation, you might hear just the abbreviation '厘米.'
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 厘米 with 米, using '米' when they mean 'centimeter.' For example, saying '我高一米八' (Wǒ gāo yī mǐ bā) instead of '我高一米八十厘米' (Wǒ gāo yī mǐ bāshí límǐ) is incorrect.
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Grammar patterns of 厘米
厘米 functions as a measure word. Place it between a number/demonstrative and the noun it counts (一本书, 这个人). Different categories of nouns require different measure words. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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一____可以无穷尽地分成更小的单位。
A centimeter can be infinitely divided into smaller units.
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You would say '我身高一米八十厘米' (Wǒ shēngāo yī mǐ bāshí límǐ).
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