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Chinese

zhōng
Meaning: small cup; small bowl; a measure word for a cup or bowl of liquid
Part of Speech: Noun, Measure word

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Example

客人一口氣喝完一盅茶,才起身告辭。
客人一口气喝完一盅茶,才起身告辞。
The guest drank a cup of tea in one breath before getting up to take his leave.

Usage Notes

Refers to a small vessel for tea, wine, or soup, and can also be used as a measure word for one small serving.

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