Chinese

pāizhào
Meaning: to take a picture; to photograph
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

我們在公園的大樹前拍照留念。
我们在公园的大树前拍照留念。
We took a commemorative photo in front of the big tree in the park.
這款手機是多功能的,不僅可以通話,還可以拍照和上網。
This phone is multi-functional; not only can it make calls, but it can also take photos and access the internet.
他喜歡用膠片相機拍照。
He likes taking photos with a film camera.
這臺老相機需要裝底片才能拍照。
This old camera needs film loaded before it can take pictures.

Usage Notes

Commonly used for taking photos with a camera or phone.

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