Chinese
tiáo
Meaning: measure word for long, thin objects
Part of Speech: Counter

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Example sentences

河裡有三條魚。
河里有三条鱼。
There are three fish in the river.
這條路很長。
This road is very long.
這條山路迂迴曲折。
This mountain road is winding and twisting.
這條河很深,游泳時要小心。
This river is very deep, be careful when swimming.
這條道路通往山頂。
This road leads to the mountaintop.

Usage Notes

Used for fish, rivers, pants, and other long, thin items.

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