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How to Say ‘A table’ in Simplified Chinese

一张桌子

💬 Usage Tip: Pronounced as (ee-jahng jwoh-dzuh). Unlike in English, 'table' here inherently suggests dining.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

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one

The number representing a single item.

Example

餐厅里只有一张桌子空着。

There is only one table empty in the restaurant.

[zhāng]

measure word for flat objects

Used to quantify flat objects such as tables or paper.

Example

我有一张桌子给这次晚餐。

I have a table for this dinner.

桌子

[zhuō zi]

table

A piece of furniture with a flat top supported by legs.

Example

这张桌子上有很多物品。

There are many items on this table.

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