Chinese
zhǒng
Meaning: kind; type; species
Part of Speech: Noun, Measure word

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Handwriting

種
种

Example sentences

This is a new kind of technology.
科學家發現了一種新的藥物。
科学家发现了一种新的药物。
Scientists discovered a new type of medicine.
音樂是一種藝術。
音乐是一种艺术。
Music is a kind of art.
這種問題的存在不容忽視。
这种问题的存在不容忽视。
The existence of this kind of problem cannot be ignored.
他正在介紹一種新產品。
他正在介绍一种新产品。
He is introducing a new product.
這種現象在自然界中很常見。
这种现象在自然界中很常见。
This kind of phenomenon is very common in nature.
這種老舊的車子非常費油。
这种老旧的车子非常费油。
This old car consumes a lot of fuel.
這種藥可以改善血液循環。
这种药可以改善血液循环。
This medicine can improve blood circulation.
這種飲料不含酒精。
这种饮料不含酒精。
This kind of drink contains no alcohol.
社會對這種產品的需求非常大。
社会对这种产品的需求非常大。
Social demand for this product is very high.

Usage Notes

Used as a measure word for kinds, sorts, or types of things.

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