Chinese

qiú
Meaning: ball; sphere; globe
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

他喜歡和朋友一起打球。
他喜欢和朋友一起打球。
He likes to play ball with his friends.
這場比賽非常精彩,尤其是最後一球。
This match was very exciting, especially the last ball.
這次的體育競賽包括田徑、球類、游泳等項目。
This sports competition includes events such as track and field, ball games, and swimming.
他向籃框投了一個球。
He threw a ball toward the hoop.
這場球賽非常精彩。
This ball game was very exciting.

Usage Notes

Refers to round objects, balls used in sports, or the Earth.

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