就
Structure with 就 meaning “only have” Subject + 就 + ( 只 ) + Verb Meaning: 就 can mean “only, or only have”. When using it you can add 只 and 只有, or you can leave it out. Examples: …
南
Meaning: south Origin: “南”原来是乐器名和乐舞名。从字形上看像一种钟形乐器，上端有纽可以悬挂。后来多表示南方的“南”。 “南” was originally the name of an instrument and dance. The character itself resembles a bell-shaped instrument that could be hung by a button in the…
那个
Meaning: In English, words like “uhm” and “er” are used as filler words when you’re thinking about what to say. In Chinese, “那个”(nèige) is used for this purpose. This can…
或者
Structure: Possibility 1 + 或者 + Possibility 2 Meaning: Whilst “还是” is used for “or” in questions, “或者” is used for “or” in statements. Examples: 晚上 的 时候，我 一般…
反
Meaning: opposite; contrary; turn over; return Origin: 骨文中，“反”字像一只手正向着崖边攀登，是“攀”的本字，后来本义消失，意思变为“相反”、“反叛”。 On ancient oracle bone inscriptions, “反” looks like a hand climbing cliff, making it the original character of “攀” (to climb). Then,…
共
Meaning: common, to share with Origin: 甲骨文的“共”字是两手捧着一个方形物表示“供奉“或“共同”的意思。“共”和“供”在古代是同一个字。 On oracle bone inscriptions, “共” looked like two hands holding something square, meaning “to worship” or “common.” In ancient times, “共” and “供”…
户
Meaning: door, family Origin: 甲骨文的“户”字像一扇门的样子，本义是“一扇门”，也引申为“住户”等。 On oracle bone inscriptions, “户” looks like a door. Its original meaning is “a door,” which extended to “household” and similar meanings. Words： 户主 …
获
Meaning: to capture; catch; obtain; win Origin: 甲骨文中，“获”的字形像一只手抓住了鸟，本义是“捕获”，现在也有“得到”、“赢得”的意思。 On ancient oracle bone inscriptions, “获” looks likes a hand catching a bird, so its original meaning is “to capture.” Now it…
