Chinese

pāi
Meaning: to clap; to take a photo; to pat
Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

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Example sentences

她拍了幾張非常漂亮的風景照。
她拍了几张非常漂亮的风景照。
She took several very beautiful landscape photos.
日前他在機場被拍到。
He was photographed at the airport a few days ago.
這張照片拍得很清晰,連細微的紋路都能看見。
This photo was taken very clearly, even the fine details can be seen.
這張照片拍得很模糊,看不清人臉。
This photo was taken very blurrily; I can't see the face clearly.
他拍著胸脯保證明天一定完成。
He thumped his chest and promised it would definitely be finished tomorrow.

Usage Notes

A versatile verb meaning to strike with the palm, take pictures, or send telegrams.

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