Chinese
láiyuán
Meaning: source; origin
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

這些數據的來源還不清楚。
这些数据的来源还不清楚。
The source of this data is not yet clear.
稅收是政府建設基礎設施的主要經費來源。
Tax revenue is the main source of funds for government infrastructure construction.
記者先核實消息來源,才發布報導。
The reporter verified the source of the information before publishing the report.
研究古代歷史時,史書是不可或缺的資料來源。
When studying ancient history, history books are an indispensable source of information.
雞蛋和牛奶是豐富的蛋白質來源。
Eggs and milk are rich sources of protein.

Usage Notes

Refers to the place or thing from which something comes or is derived.

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