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AI Study Notes for 玩具
玩具 (wánjù) vs 物品 (wùpǐn) — use 玩具 specifically for items intended for play, while 物品 refers to any object or item.
Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 玩具, as improper tones may confuse the meaning. It is often used in informal contexts, but can also appear in advertisements or discussions about childhood development. Common collocations include '玩具店' (toy store) and '儿童玩具' (children's toys).
As an HSK 5 word, 玩具 is a useful term for discussing hobbies and childhood experiences. Students should focus on related vocabulary such as '玩' (play) and phrases for describing activities involving toys to enhance their fluency in conversational contexts.
Learners often confuse 玩具 with 玩 (to play) and mistakenly say 玩具 (wánjù) when they mean to refer to the act of playing. The correct phrase for 'to play' is simply 玩 (wán).
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How to say plaything in Chinese
“plaything” in Chinese is玩具
玩具 (wánjù) refers to objects designed for play, typically aimed at children but can also include items intended for adults. Commonly used in contexts related to leisure, entertainment, and childhood, 玩具 encompasses a wide range of items from dolls to puzzles. The term conveys not just the physical aspect of toys but also the joy and creativity associated with play.
When to use 玩具
Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 玩具, as improper tones may confuse the meaning. It is often used in informal contexts, but can also appear in advertisements or discussions about childhood development. Common collocations include '玩具店' (toy store) and '儿童玩具' (children's toys).
玩具 or something close to it
玩具 (wánjù) vs 物品 (wùpǐn) — use 玩具 specifically for items intended for play, while 物品 refers to any object or item.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 玩具 with 玩 (to play) and mistakenly say 玩具 (wánjù) when they mean to refer to the act of playing. The correct phrase for 'to play' is simply 玩 (wán).
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Grammar Patterns of 玩具
玩具 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 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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他收拾好扔得到处都是的____。
He picked up the scattered toys.
Example Sentences for 玩具 (10)
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玩具 can include a wide range of items, such as dolls, action figures, puzzles, and educational games.
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