Chinese

tào
Meaning: set; suit; cover; (measure word for sets)
Part of Speech: Counter, Noun, Verb

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Example sentences

他穿了一套西裝。
他穿了一套西装。
He wore a suit.
他有一套自己的理論。
He has his own set of theories.
這套古籍保存得很完整。
This set of ancient books is preserved very intactly.
政府剛出臺了一套新法規。
The government has just released a new set of regulations.
他換上了一套嶄新的西裝。
He put on a brand new suit.

Usage Notes

Commonly used as a measure word for sets of things (books, clothes, furniture). Also means a cover or sheath.

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