Chinese
yǒngyǒu
Meaning: to possess; to have; to own
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

他擁有博士學位和豐富的工作經驗。
他拥有博士学位和丰富的工作经验。
He has a doctoral degree and rich work experience.
公民擁有投票的權利。
Citizens have the right to vote.
這個國家擁有非常先進的技術。
This country possesses very advanced technology.
他在這家公司擁有絕對的權力。
He has absolute power in this company.
這所醫院擁有先進的醫療設備。
This hospital has advanced medical equipment.

Usage Notes

Often used for possessing abstract things like qualities, rights, or statuses, as well as concrete assets.

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