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March 24, 2026
气泡(氣泡)qìpào(qi4pao4)
气泡 (qìpào) refers to a bubble, often seen in liquids like carbonated beverages. It can also describe blisters in materials like metal. The term is commonly used in contexts related to drinks and physical phenomena involving air pockets.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, carbonated drinks have gained popularity in recent years, particularly among younger people. The presence of 气泡 in drinks symbolizes refreshment and enjoyment during social gatherings.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'qi' (气) bubble popping in your drink, making a 'pao' (泡) sound. The character 气 suggests air or gas, while 泡 visually resembles bubbles rising in a glass. Picture a fizzy drink with bubbles bursting for a vivid memory aid.
Meanings of 气泡
qìpào(qi4pao4)
1bubble
2blister (in metal)
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About 气泡
气泡Simplified
氣泡Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
泡沫 (pàomò) vs 气泡 (qìpào): Use 气泡 for bubbles in liquids, while 泡沫 refers to foam, which is a collection of bubbles on a surface.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'qi' (气) bubble popping in your drink, making a 'pao' (泡) sound. The character 气 suggests air or gas, while 泡 visually resembles bubbles rising in a glass. Picture a fizzy drink with bubbles bursting for a vivid memory aid.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 气泡 with 泡沫 (pàomò), which means foam. 气泡 is more specific to bubbles in liquids, while 泡沫 can refer to froth or foam. Use 气泡 in both informal and formal settings, especially when discussing beverages.
HSK Study Tips
While 气泡 is not a specific HSK vocabulary word, it connects with other HSK words related to drinks and physical states. Focus on the radicals 气 (air) and 泡 (bubble) to understand similar compounds at this level.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, carbonated drinks have gained popularity in recent years, particularly among younger people. The presence of 气泡 in drinks symbolizes refreshment and enjoyment during social gatherings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 气泡 when referring to foam, which should be 泡沫 (pàomò). For example, saying '我喝了很多气泡' (I drank a lot of foam) is incorrect; it should be '我喝了很多泡沫'.
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Cultural Notes for 气泡
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In Chinese culture, carbonated drinks have gained popularity in recent years, particularly among younger people. The presence of 气泡 in drinks symbolizes refreshment and enjoyment during social gatherings.
Frequently Asked Questions about 气泡
It's pronounced as qìpào, with the fourth tone on both characters.
While it primarily refers to bubbles in liquids, it can also describe blisters in metals.
Yes, 气泡 can be used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in discussions about beverages.
