Chinese

qǔyòng
Meaning: to take and use; to help oneself to
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

請大家自行取用桌上的飲料。
请大家自行取用桌上的饮料。
Please help yourselves to the drinks on the table.
本餐廳的自助餐,任由顧客取用。
The buffet in this restaurant is available for customers to help themselves to as they please.

Usage Notes

To pick up and utilize something, often used in a context of offering something to others.

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