Chinese

Meaning: to hold; to take; to seize
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

他手裡拿著一本書。
他手里拿著一本书。
He is holding a book in his hand.
他從口袋裡拿出了一支鋼筆。
He took a fountain pen out of his pocket.
這場比賽他雖然沒拿冠軍,但表現也算是相當不錯了。
Although he didn't win the championship, his performance can be considered quite good.
他手裡拿著一串葡萄。
He is holding a bunch of grapes in his hand.
杯子用完了,暫時拿碗代替吧!
The cups are all used up, let's use bowls instead for now!

Usage Notes

Describes the action of holding something with one's hand or taking something.

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