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AI Study Notes for 胶水
胶水 (glue) vs 粘合剂 (adhesive) — use 胶水 for general purpose bonding, while 粘合剂 is more technical or specialized.
Be careful with the tone when saying 胶水, as mispronouncing it can lead to confusion. It's commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in overly academic discussions. Common collocations include '强力胶水' (strong glue) and '透明胶水' (clear glue).
As an HSK 5 word, 胶水 connects to other practical vocabulary related to everyday activities, such as tools and materials. Students should focus on using it in context, especially in sentences about DIY projects or repairs.
Learners often confuse 胶水 with another word for adhesive, 贴纸 (tiē zhǐ), which means sticker; the former is a liquid glue while the latter is a pre-adhesive material. Remember, 胶水 is used for bonding, not sticking like a sticker.
Pronunciation of 胶水
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Component Characters
How to say glue in Chinese
“glue” in Chinese is胶水
胶水 (jiāo shuǐ) refers to a sticky substance used for bonding materials together, commonly known as glue. It is widely used in crafts, construction, and various repair tasks, making it an essential item in daily life and work environments.
When to use 胶水
Be careful with the tone when saying 胶水, as mispronouncing it can lead to confusion. It's commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in overly academic discussions. Common collocations include '强力胶水' (strong glue) and '透明胶水' (clear glue).
胶水 or something close to it
胶水 (glue) vs 粘合剂 (adhesive) — use 胶水 for general purpose bonding, while 粘合剂 is more technical or specialized.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 胶水 with another word for adhesive, 贴纸 (tiē zhǐ), which means sticker; the former is a liquid glue while the latter is a pre-adhesive material. Remember, 胶水 is used for bonding, not sticking like a sticker.
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Grammar Patterns of 胶水
胶水 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Complete the Sentence
我们可用____把这几张画粘贴在书里.
We can stick these pictures into the book with gum.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 胶水
胶水 is versatile but may not work well on certain materials like heavy metals or high-density plastics. Always check the label for compatibility.
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