The word for "keyboard" in Chinese is 键盘 (jiànpán). It is a compound word: 键 (jiàn) means "key" or "button," and 盘 (pán) means "plate," "tray," or "board." So, literally, it's a "key board."
You'll use 键盘 to refer to the input device for computers, laptops, and even some smart TVs. For example, if your computer keyboard isn't working, you'd say "我的键盘坏了 (Wǒ de jiànpán huài le) - My keyboard is broken."
It's a straightforward term, and you'll encounter it frequently when discussing technology or office supplies. Understanding its components can also help you remember other related vocabulary.
键盘 en 30 segundos
- Essential for typing and computer interaction.
- Found on computers, laptops, and some mobile devices.
- Different layouts exist, e.g., QWERTY.
§ What Does 键盘 (jiànpán) Mean?
The Chinese word 键盘 (jiànpán) directly translates to "keyboard" in English. It's a common noun you'll encounter when talking about computers, musical instruments, or anything with a set of keys arranged for input.
- DEFINITION
- Keyboard.
You'll use 键盘 (jiànpán) in pretty much the same contexts you'd use "keyboard" in English. Think about your computer's keyboard, the keys on a piano, or even the numeric pad on your phone. If it has keys you press to do something, it's likely a 键盘 (jiànpán).
我的电脑键盘坏了。
Translation hint: My computer's keyboard is broken.
§ When Do People Use 键盘 (jiànpán)?
You'll hear and use 键盘 (jiànpán) frequently in daily conversations, especially now that technology is so integrated into our lives. Here are some common situations:
- Talking about computers: This is probably the most common use. You'll discuss typing, broken keyboards, or needing a new one.
- Discussing musical instruments: Pianos, electronic keyboards, and synthesizers all have a 键盘 (jiànpán).
- In offices or schools: Anytime someone is using a device with keys for input, the word 键盘 (jiànpán) will come up.
- Referring to input devices in general: If it has keys to press, it's a 键盘 (jiànpán).
钢琴有八十八个键盘。
Translation hint: A piano has eighty-eight keys (literally, eighty-eight keyboards, referring to the entire set of keys).
While the direct translation is "keyboard," it's important to understand the nuance when talking about things like pianos. In English, we say "piano keys," but in Chinese, the entire set of keys is referred to as 键盘 (jiànpán).
这个手机的虚拟键盘很好用。
Translation hint: The virtual keyboard on this phone is very easy to use.
You might also hear 键盘侠 (jiànpán xiá), which literally means "keyboard warrior." This term is used to describe someone who is brave and aggressive online but perhaps less so in real life. It's a modern slang term that shows how 键盘 (jiànpán) is deeply embedded in tech-related vocabulary.
他总是在网上当键盘侠。
Translation hint: He always acts like a keyboard warrior online.
Understanding 键盘 (jiànpán) is essential for everyday communication, especially if you're working with technology or talking about music. It's a straightforward word, but its applications are broad, just like in English. Pay attention to the context, and you'll quickly get the hang of it.
§ What '键盘' Means
- DEFINITION
- Keyboard. This refers to the input device you use with a computer or other electronic device.
§ Examples of '键盘' in Sentences
我的电脑键盘坏了。
My computer keyboard is broken.
请把键盘放在桌子上。
Please put the keyboard on the table.
这个键盘手感很好。
This keyboard feels very good (to type on).
你需要一个无线键盘吗？
Do you need a wireless keyboard?
§ Similar Words and When to Use '键盘'
Okay, so '键盘' (jiànpán) is pretty straightforward. It almost always means a computer keyboard, or something very similar in function, like the keyboard on a laptop. But let's look at a few related words just to make sure you're clear on when to use '键盘' and when not to.
- 钢琴 (gāngqín)
- Piano. This is a musical instrument. While a piano has keys, you would never refer to it as '键盘' on its own. You might say '钢琴的键盘' (gāngqín de jiànpán) which means 'the keyboard of a piano', but '键盘' by itself in this context is wrong.
- 琴键 (qínjiàn)
- Keyboard keys (on a musical instrument). This refers specifically to the individual keys on a piano, organ, or similar instrument. It's a more specific term than '键盘'.
- 按键 (ànjiàn)
- Button / Key (on any device). This is a very general term for a button or key on a phone, remote control, calculator, etc. If you want to talk about the keys *on* a computer keyboard, you could say '键盘上的按键' (jiànpán shàng de ànjiàn - the buttons on the keyboard), but you wouldn't use '按键' to mean the entire keyboard itself.
So, when should you use '键盘'?
- You're talking about the physical input device connected to a computer.
- You're referring to the built-in keyboard of a laptop.
- You're describing a mobile device's virtual keyboard (though sometimes '输入法' (shūrùfǎ - input method) is also used in this context, especially when talking about the software).
To recap:
- 键盘 (jiànpán): Your computer keyboard.
- 钢琴 (gāngqín): A piano.
- 琴键 (qínjiàn): The keys *on* a piano.
- 按键 (ànjiàn): A general button or key on a device.
Keep these distinctions in mind, and you'll be using '键盘' correctly in no time. It's a common and practical word to know!
Dato curioso
The character '键' (jiàn) originally referred to a door bolt or latch, evolving to mean 'key' or 'button' due to its function in operating mechanisms. '盘' (pán) is a versatile character used for flat, disc-like objects, making '键盘' a very direct and descriptive compound.
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我的电脑键盘坏了，打字很不方便。
My computer keyboard is broken, typing is very inconvenient.
这个键盘手感很好，长时间打字也不会累。
This keyboard feels great, and typing for a long time won't be tiring.
我需要一个无线键盘，这样桌面看起来更整洁。
I need a wireless keyboard so my desk looks tidier.
玩游戏时，机械键盘的反应速度更快。
When playing games, mechanical keyboards have faster response times.
他正在学习如何使用盲打键盘。
He is learning how to touch type on a keyboard.
这个旧键盘上的字母都快磨没了。
The letters on this old keyboard are almost worn off.
你能帮我把键盘擦干净吗？上面有很多灰尘。
Can you help me clean the keyboard? There's a lot of dust on it.
新买的笔记本电脑没有独立的数字键盘，有点不习惯。
The new laptop doesn't have a separate numeric keypad, which I'm a bit unaccustomed to.
我需要一个新键盘，因为我的旧键盘坏了。
I need a new keyboard because my old one broke.
这个键盘的按键手感很好，打字很舒服。
The keys on this keyboard feel great, typing is very comfortable.
他在电脑前敲打着键盘，似乎在忙着工作。
He was typing on the keyboard in front of the computer, seemingly busy with work.
请你帮我把键盘擦一下，上面有很多灰尘。
Could you please help me wipe the keyboard? There's a lot of dust on it.
这个游戏键盘有背光功能，在黑暗中也能看清按键。
This gaming keyboard has a backlight function, so you can see the keys clearly even in the dark.
她熟练地操作着键盘，输入着一串串代码。
She skillfully operated the keyboard, typing in strings of code.
我的笔记本电脑键盘上溅了水，现在有些按键失灵了。
I spilled water on my laptop keyboard, and now some of the keys aren't working.
为了提高打字速度，他特意购买了一个机械键盘。
To improve his typing speed, he specifically bought a mechanical keyboard.
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Frases Comunes
用键盘打字 (yòng jiànpán dǎzì)
type with a keyboard
键盘坏了 (jiànpán huàile)
the keyboard is broken
清洁键盘 (qīngjié jiànpán)
clean the keyboard
按键盘 (àn jiànpán)
press the keyboard
键盘手感很好 (jiànpán shǒugǎn hěn hǎo)
the keyboard feels very good (to type on)
买新键盘 (mǎi xīn jiànpán)
buy a new keyboard
连接键盘 (liánjiē jiànpán)
connect the keyboard
键盘失灵 (jiànpán shīlíng)
keyboard malfunction
这个键盘多少钱？(Zhège jiànpán duōshǎo qián?)
How much is this keyboard?
把键盘放好 (bǎ jiànpán fàng hǎo)
put the keyboard away
Se confunde a menudo con
A keypad is a smaller version of a keyboard, often just for numbers. In Chinese, you might say 数字键盘 (shùzì jiànpán) for a numeric keypad or simply 键盘 for a general keypad if the context is clear.
While a piano has 'keys' (琴键), the word for the instrument itself is 钢琴 (gāngqín). Don't confuse it with 键盘 for a computer keyboard.
For musical instruments like a synthesizer, you would say 电子琴 (diànzǐqín) or 键盘乐器 (jiànpán yuèqì), not just 键盘.
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Both are common computer peripherals.
鼠标 is a computer mouse. 键盘 is a keyboard.
我需要一个新鼠标和键盘。(Wǒ xūyào yīgè xīn shǔbiāo hé jiànpán.) - I need a new mouse and keyboard.
按键 refers to a single key, while 键盘 is the whole device.
按键 is a button/key (on any device). 键盘 is a keyboard.
这个键盘的按键很舒服。(Zhège jiànpán de ànjiàn hěn shūfú.) - The keys on this keyboard are very comfortable.
Both have keys and are used for typing, but one is modern and the other is old-fashioned.
打字机 is a typewriter. 键盘 is a keyboard.
我奶奶以前用打字机写信。(Wǒ nǎinai yǐqián yòng dǎzìjī xiě xìn.) - My grandma used to write letters with a typewriter.
Both refer to keys, but 琴键 specifically for musical instruments.
琴键 is a piano key or a key on a musical instrument. 键盘 is a computer keyboard.
钢琴的琴键是黑白色的。(Gāngqín de qínjiàn shì hēibáisè de.) - The keys of a piano are black and white.
Both have buttons, but for different purposes.
遥控器 is a remote control. 键盘 is a keyboard.
电视的遥控器在哪里？(Diànshì de yáokòngqì zài nǎlǐ?) - Where is the TV remote control?
Patrones de oraciones
这是我的[noun]。
这是我的键盘。(Zhè shì wǒ de jiànpán.) - This is my keyboard.
我有一个[noun]。
我有一个键盘。(Wǒ yǒu yí gè jiànpán.) - I have a keyboard.
你在用[noun]吗？
你在用键盘吗？(Nǐ zài yòng jiànpán ma?) - Are you using the keyboard?
请给我[noun]。
请给我键盘。(Qǐng gěi wǒ jiànpán.) - Please give me the keyboard.
这个[noun]很好。
这个键盘很好。(Zhège jiànpán hěn hǎo.) - This keyboard is very good.
我的[noun]坏了。
我的键盘坏了。(Wǒ de jiànpán huài le.) - My keyboard is broken.
你需要一个[noun]吗？
你需要一个键盘吗？(Nǐ xūyào yí gè jiànpán ma?) - Do you need a keyboard?
我们去买个[noun]。
我们去买个键盘。(Wǒmen qù mǎi gè jiànpán.) - Let's go buy a keyboard.
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When referring to a computer keyboard, the Chinese word is 键盘 (jiànpán). This is the most common use of the word.
A common mistake is confusing 键盘 with 琴键 (qínjiàn), which specifically refers to the keys on a musical instrument like a piano. While 琴键 also contains 键 (jiàn) meaning 'key', 键盘 is generally for computer keyboards.
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Mnemotecnia
Imagine a **key** that looks like a pan. You hit the **key-pan** to type. (键盘 - jiànpán)
Asociación visual
Picture a computer keyboard, and each key has a tiny **pan** on it. When you press a key, it makes a little 'jian' sound.
Word Web
Desafío
Translate the following sentences: 1. 我的键盘是黑色的. (My keyboard is black.) 2. 他用键盘打字很快. (He types very fast with the keyboard.) 3. 这个键盘手感很好. (This keyboard feels very good.)
Origen de la palabra
From '键' (jiàn, key, button) and '盘' (pán, plate, board).
Significado original: Key-board.
Sino-Tibetan, Mandarin Chinese.Contexto cultural
The word '键盘' is straightforward and widely understood. It's a common term in daily life, especially with the prevalence of computers and smartphones. You'll encounter it frequently when talking about technology or office supplies.
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Contextos reales
Using a computer or phone
- 电脑键盘 (diànnǎo jiànpán) - computer keyboard
- 手机键盘 (shǒujī jiànpán) - phone keyboard
- 打字键盘 (dǎzì jiànpán) - typing keyboard
Describing keyboard types
- 无线键盘 (wúxiàn jiànpán) - wireless keyboard
- 机械键盘 (jīxiè jiànpán) - mechanical keyboard
- 薄膜键盘 (bómó jiànpán) - membrane keyboard
Talking about keyboard issues
- 键盘坏了 (jiànpán huàile) - the keyboard is broken
- 键盘不灵 (jiànpán bù líng) - the keyboard is not working well
- 键盘脏了 (jiànpán zāngle) - the keyboard is dirty
Shopping for a keyboard
- 买键盘 (mǎi jiànpán) - buy a keyboard
- 什么键盘好 (shénme jiànpán hǎo) - what keyboard is good
- 键盘价格 (jiànpán jiàgé) - keyboard price
Learning to type
- 练习键盘 (liànxí jiànpán) - practice on the keyboard
- 熟悉键盘 (shúxī jiànpán) - get familiar with the keyboard
- 键盘布局 (jiànpán bùjú) - keyboard layout
Inicios de conversación
"你用什么键盘？ (Nǐ yòng shénme jiànpán?) - What kind of keyboard do you use?"
"你的键盘是机械键盘吗？ (Nǐ de jiànpán shì jīxiè jiànpán ma?) - Is your keyboard a mechanical keyboard?"
"你觉得无线键盘方便吗？ (Nǐ juédé wúxiàn jiànpán fāngbiàn ma?) - Do you think wireless keyboards are convenient?"
"你的电脑键盘脏了吗？ (Nǐ de diànnǎo jiànpán zāngle ma?) - Is your computer keyboard dirty?"
"你知道怎么清洁键盘吗？ (Nǐ zhīdào zěnme qīngjié jiànpán ma?) - Do you know how to clean a keyboard?"
Temas para diario
描述你最喜欢的键盘。 (Miáoshù nǐ zuì xǐhuān de jiànpán.) - Describe your favorite keyboard.
你用过哪些不同类型的键盘？ (Nǐ yòngguò nǎxiē bùtóng lèixíng de jiànpán?) - What different types of keyboards have you used?
如果你的键盘坏了，你会怎么办？ (Rúguǒ nǐ de jiànpán huàile, nǐ huì zěnme bàn?) - What would you do if your keyboard broke?
你认为键盘在未来会有什么变化？ (Nǐ rènwéi jiànpán zài wèilái huì yǒu shénme biànhuà?) - What do you think will change about keyboards in the future?
你对键盘上的快捷键了解多少？ (Nǐ duì jiànpán shàng de kuàijiéjiàn liáojiě duōshǎo?) - How much do you know about keyboard shortcuts?
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This sentence means 'My keyboard is new.' The correct order is 'My (我的) keyboard (键盘) is (是) new (新的).'
This sentence means 'What keyboard do you use?' The correct order is 'You (你) use (用) what (什么) keyboard (键盘)?'
This sentence means 'This keyboard is very expensive.' The correct order is 'This (这个) keyboard (键盘) is very (很) expensive (贵).'
我的电脑___坏了，我需要一个新的。
The sentence means 'My computer keyboard is broken, I need a new one.' 键盘 (jiànpán) means keyboard.
请把你的手放在___上。
The sentence means 'Please put your hands on the keyboard.' 键盘 (jiànpán) means keyboard.
这个___很脏，需要清理。
The sentence means 'This keyboard is very dirty, it needs to be cleaned.' 键盘 (jiànpán) means keyboard.
我用___打字。
The sentence means 'I use the keyboard to type.' 键盘 (jiànpán) means keyboard.
我的___上有些字母不见了。
The sentence means 'Some letters are missing on my keyboard.' 键盘 (jiànpán) means keyboard.
你需要一个好的___来玩电脑游戏。
The sentence means 'You need a good keyboard to play computer games.' 键盘 (jiànpán) means keyboard.
Choose the correct Chinese word for 'keyboard'.
键盘 (jiànpán) means keyboard. 电脑 (diànnǎo) means computer, 鼠标 (shǔbiāo) means mouse, and 屏幕 (píngmù) means screen.
Which of these objects do you use to type on a computer?
You use a 键盘 (jiànpán) to type. 手机 (shǒujī) is a mobile phone, 书 (shū) is a book, and 椅子 (yǐzi) is a chair.
What is the English meaning of '键盘'?
键盘 (jiànpán) directly translates to keyboard.
The word '键盘' (jiànpán) means 'mouse'.
No, 键盘 (jiànpán) means keyboard. The word for mouse is 鼠标 (shǔbiāo).
You can type letters and numbers using a 键盘 (jiànpán).
Yes, a 键盘 (jiànpán) is used for inputting text and numbers into a computer or other device.
'我需要一个新的键盘。' (Wǒ xūyào yī ge xīn de jiànpán.) means 'I need a new monitor.'
No, '我需要一个新的键盘。' means 'I need a new keyboard.' The word '键盘' refers to keyboard, not monitor.
This sentence means 'My keyboard is black.' The word order in Chinese is subject + verb + object, with descriptive words before the noun.
This sentence means 'Where is your keyboard?' '在哪里' (zài nǎlǐ) means 'where is/are'.
This sentence means 'I use the keyboard to type.' '用' (yòng) means 'to use', and '打字' (dǎzì) means 'to type'.
Imagine you're describing your ideal computer setup to a friend. Write a short paragraph (3-4 sentences) including the word "键盘" (jiànpán) at least once. Focus on describing its features or your preference.
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我喜欢用机械键盘，因为打字手感很好，声音也很清脆。一个好的键盘对长时间工作来说非常重要。我的理想键盘要有背光功能，在晚上也能清楚地看到按键。
You are writing an email to tech support about an issue with your computer keyboard. Explain the problem using "键盘" (jiànpán) in your email. Describe what's happening and what you've already tried.
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尊敬的技术支持，我的电脑键盘突然失灵了，有些按键完全没有反应。我已经尝试重启电脑和重新插拔键盘线，但问题依然存在。请问有什么解决方案吗？
Describe a common situation where someone might need to clean their keyboard. Use "键盘" (jiànpán) in your description and mention what kind of dirt or debris usually accumulates.
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长时间使用电脑后，键盘上经常会积累灰尘和食物碎屑。尤其是在办公室或家里，不小心掉落的零食残渣很容易卡在键盘缝隙里，所以定期清洁键盘非常必要。
根据短文，选择键盘时主要考虑的因素是什么？
Read this passage:
现代键盘的设计多种多样，从传统的机械键盘到静音的薄膜键盘，每种都有其独特的优点和缺点。一些玩家更喜欢机械键盘带来的触觉反馈，而另一些则偏爱薄膜键盘的安静和便携性。选择哪种键盘主要取决于个人的使用习惯和需求。
根据短文，选择键盘时主要考虑的因素是什么？
短文明确提到“选择哪种键盘主要取决于个人的使用习惯和需求”。
短文明确提到“选择哪种键盘主要取决于个人的使用习惯和需求”。
张明为什么对新键盘不满意？
Read this passage:
张明最近购买了一台新电脑，但对配套的键盘不太满意。他觉得这个键盘的按键太硬，打字久了手指会感到疲劳。他正在考虑换一个更符合人体工程学的键盘，希望能提高工作效率和舒适度。
张明为什么对新键盘不满意？
短文指出张明觉得“这个键盘的按键太硬，打字久了手指会感到疲劳”。
短文指出张明觉得“这个键盘的按键太硬，打字久了手指会感到疲劳”。
根据短文，为什么专业人士会非常讲究键盘的选择？
Read this passage:
许多专业程序员和作家对键盘的选择非常讲究。他们认为一个高性能的键盘不仅能提高打字速度，还能减少因长时间工作带来的手腕疲劳。因此，投资一个好的键盘对他们来说是值得的。
根据短文，为什么专业人士会非常讲究键盘的选择？
短文提到“一个高性能的键盘不仅能提高打字速度，还能减少因长时间工作带来的手腕疲劳”。
短文提到“一个高性能的键盘不仅能提高打字速度，还能减少因长时间工作带来的手腕疲劳”。
在办公室里，我听到同事抱怨他的______坏了，打字非常困难。
键盘 (jiànpán) refers to the keyboard used for typing. The context of 'typing with difficulty' clearly points to the keyboard.
为了提高打字速度，他特意购买了一个机械______，手感很好。
机械键盘 (jīxiè jiànpán) is a specific type of keyboard known for its tactile feedback, often preferred for typing speed and comfort. The context of 'improving typing speed' and 'good tactile feel' strongly suggests keyboard.
工程师正在设计一款可以投影出虚拟______的设备，未来打字将更加便捷。
虚拟键盘 (xūnǐ jiànpán) is a projected or software-based keyboard. The sentence describes a future device for easier typing, which aligns with the concept of a virtual keyboard.
在电脑游戏比赛中，专业的玩家通常会使用带有宏功能的鼠标，而不是键盘。
Although a mouse is important in gaming, many professional gamers also heavily rely on keyboards, especially those with macro functions, for executing complex commands and combinations efficiently.
无线键盘通常比有线键盘的响应速度更快，因此更受电竞玩家青睐。
Generally, wired keyboards are preferred by esports players due to their more consistent and often faster response times, minimizing input lag compared to wireless options.
当笔记本电脑的内置键盘出现故障时，可以外接一个USB键盘继续使用。
If a laptop's built-in keyboard fails, connecting an external USB keyboard is a common and effective solution to continue using the computer.
This sentence describes the excellent feel of the keyboard's keys, making typing very comfortable.
This sentence discusses the significant impact of prolonged mechanical keyboard use on finger fatigue.
This sentence indicates she is looking for a wireless keyboard for a tidy desk during remote work.
这款新型电脑的_______设计得非常人性化，长时间使用也不会感到疲劳。
题干提到“长时间使用也不会感到疲劳”，指的是与输入设备相关的舒适度，因此“键盘”是最佳选项。
程序员小李对他的_______要求很高，因为那直接影响到他的工作效率。
程序员的工作需要大量输入，因此一个好用的“键盘”对工作效率至关重要。
为了提高打字速度，我特意换了一个机械_______，手感确实好了很多。
“打字速度”和“手感”都指向了“键盘”，特别是“机械键盘”是提高打字体验的常见选择。
在中文输入法中，我们可以直接在键盘上输入汉字，而不需要进行拼音转换。
通常情况下，中文输入法需要通过拼音、五笔或其他输入方式在键盘上输入，然后进行转换才能得到汉字，不能直接输入汉字。
游戏玩家通常会选择带有宏功能的键盘，以简化复杂的操作流程。
带有宏功能的键盘允许玩家录制并执行一系列按键操作，这在游戏中可以大大简化复杂的操作流程，提高效率。
为了防止键盘沾染灰尘和细菌，定期使用湿布擦拭是最好的清洁方法。
湿布可能导致水分进入键盘内部，损坏电路。通常建议使用专业的清洁剂和干燥的软布或专用吸尘器进行清洁。
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Summary
The keyboard (键盘) is a fundamental input device for interacting with computers by typing.
- Essential for typing and computer interaction.
- Found on computers, laptops, and some mobile devices.
- Different layouts exist, e.g., QWERTY.
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