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Chinese

pípá
Meaning: a traditional Chinese pear-shaped lute
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: pípa

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Example

博物館裡展示著一把古老的琵琶,琴上還有精美的雕花。
博物馆里展示著一把古老的琵琶,琴上还有精美的雕花。
The museum displays an old Chinese pear-shaped lute with delicate carvings on its body.

Usage Notes

This noun names a traditional Chinese plucked string instrument with a pear-shaped body.

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