Chinese
dǐng
Meaning: measure word for hats; top; peak
Part of Speech: Counter, Noun

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Handwriting

頂
顶

Example sentences

This hat looks very nice.
這頂帽子稍稍大了點。
这顶帽子稍稍大了点。
This hat is slightly too big.
他雖然頂著明星的光環,但私底下生活很簡樸。
他虽然顶著明星的光环,但私底下生活很简朴。
Although he carries the aura of a star, his private life is very simple.
女王戴著一頂金色的皇冠。
女王戴著一顶金色的皇冠。
The queen is wearing a golden crown.
婦女能頂半邊天。
妇女能顶半边天。
Women can hold up half the sky.

Usage Notes

Used as a counter for things that have a top, like hats or sedan chairs.

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