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A2 noun 9 min de lecture

洗碗机

xǐ wǎn jī

Entraîne-toi Exemples Notes et astuces 洗碗机 en 30 secondes

Explication 洗碗机 in your Level:

At the A1 level, you just need to recognize that 洗碗机 (xǐwǎnjī) means 'dishwasher'. Think of it as three simple parts: 洗 (wash) + 碗 (bowl) + 机 (machine). You can use it in very simple sentences like 'I have a dishwasher' (我有洗碗机) or 'This is a dishwasher' (这是洗碗机). Don't worry about complex grammar yet. Just focus on identifying the object in a kitchen. It is a 'thing' (noun) that you find in modern homes. If you see one, you can point and say the word. It's helpful to learn this alongside other basic kitchen words like 桌子 (table) and 椅子 (chair). Even at this level, knowing the word helps you understand basic labels in an appliance store or a simple home tour video.

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At the A2 level, you should be able to use 洗碗机 in more descriptive sentences. You should start using the correct measure word 台 (tái). For example, 'I want to buy a dishwasher' (我想买一台洗碗机). You can also talk about simple actions, like 'The dishwasher is very good' (洗碗机很好用) or 'My mom doesn't like dishwashers' (我妈妈不喜欢洗碗机). You might start to use the word in the context of daily routines. At this stage, you are expected to know that it is an appliance used to save time. You can also ask simple questions: 'Does your home have a dishwasher?' (你家有洗碗机吗？). Understanding the basic components of the word (wash + bowl + machine) will help you remember it and distinguish it from the washing machine (洗衣机).

At the B1 level, you can use 洗碗机 to discuss lifestyle choices and household chores. You should be comfortable using the 把 construction to describe the process of using it: 'Please put the dirty bowls into the dishwasher' (请把脏碗放进洗碗机里). You can also compare different ways of doing chores, explaining why a dishwasher is better than washing by hand—for instance, mentioning that it saves water (省水) or time (省时间). You might participate in a conversation about home renovation and mention where the dishwasher should be installed. At this level, you should also be aware of related items like 洗碗块 (dishwasher tablets) and be able to follow simple instructions on how to operate the machine in Chinese.

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At the B2 level, you can engage in more detailed discussions about the pros and cons of 洗碗机 technology. You might talk about the environmental impact, comparing the energy consumption of different models. You can use more advanced vocabulary to describe features, such as 嵌入式 (built-in), 大容量 (large capacity), or 除菌功能 (sterilization function). You can also discuss the cultural shift in China regarding this appliance, explaining to someone why it was not popular in the past but is now becoming a standard feature in urban homes. You should be able to read product reviews or technical specifications on shopping websites and understand the nuances of customer feedback, such as complaints about noise levels or installation difficulties.

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At the C1 level, your use of 洗碗机 extends to social and economic analysis. You might discuss the 'lazy economy' (懒人经济) and how appliances like dishwashers are changing domestic labor dynamics and gender roles in Chinese families. You can use the word in complex debates about consumerism or the evolution of the Chinese manufacturing industry (e.g., how brands like Midea have adapted dishwashers for Chinese-style grease). You should be able to understand and use idiomatic or metaphorical language related to domestic life where the dishwasher might be mentioned as a symbol of modernity or a point of domestic negotiation. Your vocabulary should include technical terms related to plumbing and electrical requirements for installation, and you can handle complex service-related conversations with technicians.

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At the C2 level, you can discuss the 洗碗机 within the broadest possible context, such as its place in the history of domestic technology or its role in the global supply chain. You can analyze marketing strategies used by international vs. domestic brands to sell dishwashers to the Chinese public, noting the linguistic choices in their advertisements. You can speak fluently about the sociopolitical implications of automating household labor and its effect on the 'silver economy' (products for the elderly). You can understand subtle humor, satire, or literary references that involve the dishwasher as a prop or a symbol of middle-class domesticity. Your command of the language allows you to discuss the most minute technical innovations or philosophical perspectives on labor-saving devices with native-like precision and cultural depth.

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Entraîne-toi Exemples Notes et astuces

洗碗机 en 30 secondes

洗碗机 (xǐwǎnjī) means dishwasher, combining wash + bowl + machine.
It is a popular modern appliance in Chinese cities for saving time.
Use the measure word '台' (tái) when counting dishwashers.
Commonly used with verbs like buy (买), use (用), and install (装).

The term 洗碗机 (xǐwǎnjī) is a compound noun in Chinese that literally translates to "wash-bowl-machine." In the context of modern Chinese life, it represents one of the most significant shifts in domestic technology over the last decade. Historically, dishwashers were not common in Chinese households due to several cultural and practical factors, including the belief that hand-washing is more hygienic, the concern over high water and electricity consumption, and the specific shapes of traditional Chinese tableware—such as deep bowls and woks—which were difficult for early Western-designed machines to clean effectively. However, with the rise of the middle class and the 'lazy economy' (懒人经济), the 洗碗机 has become a must-have appliance for young urban professionals.

Morphology: The word is composed of three characters: 洗 (xǐ) meaning 'to wash', 碗 (wǎn) meaning 'bowl' or 'dishes' generally, and 机 (jī) meaning 'machine'. This logical structure is common in Chinese appliance naming, similar to 洗衣机 (washing machine) or 电视机 (television).
Cultural Shift: Using a 洗碗机 in China today is often seen as a symbol of a high-quality, modern lifestyle. It is frequently discussed in the context of 'household harmony' (家庭和谐), as it eliminates one of the most common sources of chores-related arguments between couples.

现在的年轻人装修房子时，通常都会安装一台洗碗机。(Nowadays, when young people renovate their houses, they usually install a dishwasher.)

When people use this word, they are usually talking about home improvement, kitchen chores, or purchasing decisions. You will hear it in appliance stores like Suning or Gome, and increasingly in interior design vlogs on platforms like Bilibili or Xiaohongshu. The discussion often revolves around whether to get a 台式 (countertop), 嵌入式 (built-in), or the uniquely Chinese 水槽式 (sink-integrated) version.

这台洗碗机不仅能洗碗，还能洗蔬菜。(This dishwasher can not only wash dishes but also wash vegetables.)

The versatility of the modern 洗碗机 in China is a major selling point. Some high-end models are advertised as being able to wash fruits, vegetables, and even seafood like crayfish, reflecting the specific culinary needs of Chinese consumers. This expanded utility has helped overcome the traditional skepticism regarding its necessity.

Usage Contexts: 1. Home Renovation: Discussing kitchen layouts. 2. Daily Chores: Deciding whose turn it is to 'load' the machine. 3. Product Reviews: Comparing brands like Haier, Midea, or Siemens.

为了省事，我决定买个大容量的洗碗机。(To save trouble, I decided to buy a large-capacity dishwasher.)

Using 洗碗机 (xǐwǎnjī) correctly in a sentence requires an understanding of Chinese measure words and common verb pairings. As a noun representing a large appliance, the most common measure word used with it is 台 (tái), which is standard for machines and electronic devices.

Verb Pairings: Common verbs used with 洗碗机 include 用 (yòng - to use), 买 (mǎi - to buy), 装 (zhuāng - to install), and 开 (kāi - to turn on/start). For example, 'Turn on the dishwasher' is 把洗碗机打开 (bǎ xǐwǎnjī dǎkāi).

把脏碗都放进洗碗机里吧。(Put all the dirty dishes into the dishwasher.)

In Chinese grammar, the 把 (bǎ) construction is frequently used when talking about putting things into the dishwasher. This structure emphasizes the disposal or movement of the dishes. You would say: 把 (Object) 放进 (into) 洗碗机 (Dishwasher). This is the most natural way to describe the action of loading the machine.

你家新买的洗碗机好用吗？(Is the dishwasher you just bought for your home easy to use?)

When asking for an opinion on a dishwasher, the phrase 好用吗 (hǎoyòng ma) is very common. It doesn't just mean 'is it useful,' but rather 'is it effective and user-friendly.' This is a standard way to start a conversation about home appliances. You might also hear people discuss the 'capacity' using the word 套 (tào), which refers to 'place settings'. A '13-set' dishwasher is a 13套的洗碗机.

Negative Sentences: To say you don't have or don't use one: 我家没装洗碗机 (My house doesn't have a dishwasher installed) or 我不喜欢用洗碗机 (I don't like using the dishwasher).

有了洗碗机，我每天能省下一个小时。(With a dishwasher, I can save an hour every day.)

Lastly, when talking about the benefits, the structure 有了... (With/Having...) followed by the result is a great way to express how the appliance has changed your life. It emphasizes the convenience and time-saving aspect of the technology.

You will encounter the word 洗碗机 (xǐwǎnjī) in a variety of modern Chinese settings. Understanding these contexts helps you realize that it's more than just an appliance; it's a topic of lifestyle debate. The most common place is in the Home Appliance (家电) section of a department store or on e-commerce giants like JD.com and Tmall. Here, the word is surrounded by technical jargon like 烘干 (drying), 除菌 (sterilization), and 节能 (energy saving).

Social Media & Vlogs: On social media platforms like Xiaohongshu (the 'Instagram of China'), 洗碗机 is a trending topic. Influencers post 'Kitchen Tours' where they showcase their built-in dishwashers. You'll hear phrases like 后悔买晚了 (regret buying it so late), which is a common hyperbolic way to say the product is life-changing.

博主在视频里极力推荐这款嵌入式洗碗机。(The vlogger strongly recommended this built-in dishwasher in the video.)

Another place you'll hear this word is during Family Discussions or arguments. In many Chinese households, the question of 'who washes the dishes' is a point of contention. A husband might suggest buying a 洗碗机 to resolve a dispute with his wife, or a daughter might buy one for her aging parents to save them from the physical strain of standing at the sink. In these contexts, the word carries emotional weight related to care and modernizing the family home.

商场的导购员正在介绍洗碗机的省水功能。(The shopping guide in the mall is introducing the water-saving function of the dishwasher.)

In Real Estate and Interior Design circles, the presence of a 洗碗机 is often a selling point for high-end 'fully furnished' (精装修) apartments. Real estate agents will point to it as evidence of the apartment's 'premium' status. Similarly, in office environments with a pantry, you might hear colleagues discussing the office 洗碗机—specifically, who forgot to empty it!

TV Dramas: Modern Chinese 'urban dramas' (都市剧) often feature kitchens equipped with the latest gadgets. The 洗碗机 often appears in scenes depicting the busy lives of successful characters, subtly reinforcing its association with success and efficiency.

这台洗碗机的声音非常小，几乎听不到。(This dishwasher's noise is very low; you can hardly hear it.)

For English speakers learning Chinese, the word 洗碗机 (xǐwǎnjī) is relatively straightforward, but there are several linguistic and cultural pitfalls to avoid. The most frequent error is confusing it with other 'washing' machines, particularly the 洗衣机 (xǐyījī), which means 'clothes washing machine' (laundry machine).

The 'Machine' Confusion: Because both start with 洗 and end with 机, beginners often swap the middle character. Remember: 碗 (wǎn) is 'bowl' (for dishes), and 衣 (yī) is 'clothing'. Saying 'I put the plates in the laundry machine' (把碗放进洗衣机) is a common and humorous slip-up.

错误：我把衣服放进了洗碗机。(Error: I put my clothes into the dishwasher.)

Another mistake involves the Measure Word. Many learners fall back on the generic 个 (gè). While people will understand you if you say 一个洗碗机, it sounds much more natural and educated to use the correct measure word for machinery, which is 台 (tái). Using 个 for large appliances is a sign of a very basic level of Chinese.

正确：这台洗碗机很贵。(Correct: This [measure word] dishwasher is very expensive.)

A cultural mistake is assuming that every 洗碗机 is the same as the ones in the West. In China, you must specify the type if you are buying one. If you just say 洗碗机, a salesperson might show you a 水槽式 (sink-style) machine which takes up half your sink, or a small 台式 (countertop) one that only holds four plates. Be specific about whether you want a 'full-sized' or 'built-in' (嵌入式) model.

Verb Misuse: Don't use 洗 (xǐ) as the main verb for 'operating' the machine. While you 洗碗 (wash dishes) by hand, you 用 (use) or 开 (start) the 洗碗机. Saying 我洗洗碗机 sounds like you are cleaning the machine itself, not using it to clean dishes.

错误用法：我要去洗洗碗机。(Incorrect usage: I am going to wash the dishwasher [instead of 'use' it].)

To truly master the vocabulary surrounding kitchen appliances, it is helpful to compare 洗碗机 (xǐwǎnjī) with its 'cousins' and alternatives. The most important distinction in a Chinese household is between the dishwasher and the 消毒柜 (xiāodúguì).

洗碗机 vs. 消毒柜

洗碗机 (Dishwasher): Actually washes the dishes with water and detergent. It is a relatively new addition to Chinese homes.

消毒柜 (Disinfection Cabinet): A staple in Chinese kitchens for decades. It does NOT wash dishes; you put clean, wet dishes inside to be dried and sterilized using UV light or high heat.

虽然有了洗碗机，但很多人还是习惯用消毒柜。(Even with a dishwasher, many people are still used to using a disinfection cabinet.)

Another related term is 水槽 (shuǐcáo - sink). When people decide against a dishwasher, they say they prefer to wash dishes in the 水槽. In modern marketing, you will see the term 水槽洗碗机, which is a hybrid device that replaces one side of a double sink with a small dishwasher unit—a popular solution for small Chinese kitchens where floor space is limited.

别把洗洁精放进洗碗机，要用专门的洗碗块。(Don't put dish soap in the dishwasher; use special dishwasher tablets.)

In terms of verbs, 刷碗 (shuāwǎn) is a very common alternative to 洗碗. While 洗 is a general 'wash', 刷 literally means 'to scrub' or 'to brush'. People often say 我不想刷碗 (I don't want to scrub the dishes) as a reason for wanting a 洗碗机. Comparing the two highlights the manual effort versus the automated ease.

Other 'Machines': 1. 洗衣机 (Washing machine) - for clothes. 2. 干衣机 (Dryer) - for clothes. 3. 厨余垃圾处理器 (Garbage disposal) - often installed alongside a dishwasher to handle food scraps.

现在的厨房三件套通常包括油烟机、燃气灶和洗碗机。(Today's 'kitchen trio' usually includes a range hood, a gas stove, and a dishwasher.)

How Formal Is It?

Le savais-tu ?

The character '机' used to be written as '機', but was simplified. The 'wood' radical on the left indicates that early machines were often made of wood.

Guide de prononciation

UK /ʃiː wɑːn dʒiː/

US /ʃi wɑn dʒi/

The stress is equal on all syllables, but the tones provide the rhythmic contour.

Rime avec

洗衣机 (xǐyījī) 电视机 (diànshìjī) 照相机 (zhàoxiàngjī) 录音机 (lùyīnjī) 手机 (shǒujī) 飞机 (fēijī) 司机 (sījī) 机会 (jīhuì)

Erreurs fréquentes

Pronouncing 'xi' like 'zi'.
Forgetting the tone change (sandhi) where the first third tone becomes a second tone.
Muddling the 'j' sound in 'ji' with a 'zh' or 'z' sound.
Not dipping low enough on the third tone of 'wan'.
Pronouncing 'ji' as 'chi'.

Niveau de difficulté

Lecture 2/5

The characters are common, and the meaning is literal. Easy to read once you know 'wash', 'bowl', and 'machine'.

Écriture 3/5

The character '碗' (bowl) has many strokes and requires practice to write correctly.

Expression orale 2/5

The pronunciation is simple, but watch out for the third tone sandhi.

Écoute 2/5

Easy to recognize in context, but don't confuse it with 'washing machine'.

Quoi apprendre ensuite

Prérequis

洗 (wash) 碗 (bowl) 机 (machine) 厨房 (kitchen) 用 (use)

Apprends ensuite

洗衣机 (washing machine) 冰箱 (refrigerator) 微波炉 (microwave) 烤箱 (oven) 吸尘器 (vacuum cleaner)

Avancé

嵌入式 (built-in) 变频 (variable frequency) 烘干 (drying) 除菌 (sterilization) 能效 (energy efficiency)

Grammaire à connaître

Measure Words for Appliances (台)

我有三台洗碗机。

The 'Ba' Construction (把)

把他放进洗碗机。

Tone Sandhi (3rd + 3rd)

洗碗 (xǐ + wǎn -> xíwǎn).

Potential Complements

这个洗碗机放不下这么多碗。

Resultative Complements

碗洗干净了。

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Exemples par niveau

这是洗碗机。

This is a dishwasher.

Basic 'A is B' structure.

我有洗碗机。

I have a dishwasher.

Using '有' for possession.

洗碗机很大。

The dishwasher is big.

Adjective describing a noun.

洗碗机在那儿。

The dishwasher is over there.

Indicating location.

这是谁的洗碗机？

Whose dishwasher is this?

Possessive question.

我不喜欢洗碗机。

I don't like dishwashers.

Expressing dislike.

他买洗碗机。

He buys a dishwasher.

Subject-Verb-Object.

洗碗机是白的。

The dishwasher is white.

Describing color with '是...的'.

我想买一台洗碗机。

I want to buy a dishwasher.

Using the measure word '台'.

这台洗碗机很好用。

This dishwasher is very easy to use.

'好用' is a common phrase for appliances.

你家有洗碗机吗？

Does your home have a dishwasher?

Yes/no question with '吗'.

洗碗机在厨房里。

The dishwasher is in the kitchen.

Location using '在...里'.

我每天都用洗碗机。

I use the dishwasher every day.

Using '都' to mean 'all/every'.

这台洗碗机不贵。

This dishwasher is not expensive.

Negating an adjective.

洗碗机能省时间。

The dishwasher can save time.

Expressing ability with '能'.

请打开洗碗机。

Please open the dishwasher.

Polite request with '请'.

把这些脏碗放进洗碗机吧。

Put these dirty bowls into the dishwasher.

Using the '把' construction for movement.

有了洗碗机，我就不用自己洗碗了。

With a dishwasher, I don't have to wash dishes myself anymore.

'有了...就不用...' structure.

这台洗碗机比那一台贵一点。

This dishwasher is a little more expensive than that one.

Comparison using '比'.

洗碗机洗得非常干净。

The dishwasher washes very cleanly.

Verb complement with '得'.

你会用这台洗碗机吗？

Do you know how to use this dishwasher?

'会' indicating learned skill.

我正在修理洗碗机。

I am currently repairing the dishwasher.

Continuous action with '正在'.

洗碗机里还有很多水。

There is still a lot of water inside the dishwasher.

Existence with '还有'.

我们需要买一些洗碗粉。

We need to buy some dishwasher powder.

Expressing necessity with '需要'.

虽然洗碗机很方便，但是很占地方。

Although dishwashers are convenient, they take up a lot of space.

Conjunction '虽然...但是...'.

这款洗碗机有自动烘干功能。

This dishwasher has an automatic drying function.

Describing features with '功能'.

安装洗碗机之前，要先检查水管。

Before installing the dishwasher, check the water pipes first.

Sequence using '...之前，要先...'.

很多人认为洗碗机比手洗更省水。

Many people believe that dishwashers save more water than hand-washing.

Reporting opinions with '认为'.

我的洗碗机出了点故障，不能排水了。

Something went wrong with my dishwasher; it can't drain the water anymore.

'出故障' for mechanical failure.

嵌入式洗碗机能让厨房看起来更整洁。

Built-in dishwashers can make the kitchen look tidier.

Causative verb '让'.

你应该根据家庭人数选择洗碗机的容量。

You should choose the dishwasher capacity based on the number of people in your family.

'根据...选择...' structure.

这种洗碗块对环境比较友好。

This kind of dishwasher tablet is relatively environmentally friendly.

'对...友好' for 'friendly to'.

洗碗机的普及反映了中国家庭生活方式的变化。

The popularity of dishwashers reflects changes in Chinese family lifestyles.

Abstract noun '普及' (popularity/spread).

为了提高生活质量，他决定配置全套智能家电，包括洗碗机。

In order to improve his quality of life, he decided to equip a full set of smart appliances, including a dishwasher.

Purpose clause with '为了'.

厂商针对中国市场开发了能洗小龙虾的洗碗机。

Manufacturers developed dishwashers that can wash crayfish specifically for the Chinese market.

'针对...开发' (develop for/targeting).

洗碗机是否费电一直是消费者关注的焦点。

Whether dishwashers consume too much electricity has always been a focus of consumer concern.

'是否' (whether or not) as a subject clause.

尽管洗碗机技术已经成熟，但传统观念仍是其推广的阻碍。

Although dishwasher technology is mature, traditional concepts are still an obstacle to its promotion.

Concession clause with '尽管...但...'.

这款洗碗机采用了最新的变频技术，噪音极低。

This dishwasher uses the latest variable frequency technology, and the noise is extremely low.

Technical terminology '变频技术'.

在小户型厨房中，水槽洗碗机是一个非常巧妙的设计。

In small kitchens, the sink-integrated dishwasher is a very clever design.

Locative phrase '在...中'.

我们需要权衡洗碗机的购买成本和长期节省的时间价值。

We need to weigh the purchase cost of the dishwasher against the value of the time saved in the long run.

'权衡...和...' (weigh A and B).

洗碗机在中国的崛起，标志着家务劳动社会化和自动化的新阶段。

The rise of dishwashers in China marks a new stage in the socialization and automation of domestic labor.

Formal academic tone with '标志着'.

从最初的奢侈品到如今的必需品，洗碗机的演变路径颇具代表性。

From an initial luxury item to a current necessity, the evolution path of the dishwasher is quite representative.

'从...到...' structure for evolution.

该品牌通过精准的营销策略，成功化解了消费者对洗碗机费水的误解。

Through precise marketing strategies, the brand successfully dispelled consumers' misunderstandings about dishwashers wasting water.

'化解误解' (resolve/dispel misunderstanding).

洗碗机的内部结构设计必须考虑到中式餐饮中重油污的特点。

The internal structural design of the dishwasher must take into account the characteristics of heavy grease in Chinese cuisine.

'必须考虑到' (must take into account).

探讨洗碗机普及率的区域差异，可以洞察不同城市的消费升级进程。

Exploring regional differences in dishwasher penetration rates can provide insight into the consumption upgrade process in different cities.

'洞察' (insight) used as a verb.

有些高端洗碗机甚至集成了软水系统，以防止餐具上留有水垢。

Some high-end dishwashers even integrate water softening systems to prevent limescale on tableware.

'以' used to indicate purpose/result.

在关于家务分配的性别政治讨论中，洗碗机常被提及为解放劳动力的工具。

In discussions of gender politics regarding chore distribution, the dishwasher is often mentioned as a tool for liberating labor.

Passive voice '被提及' (is mentioned).

洗碗机市场的爆发式增长，在很大程度上得益于精装修房比例的提升。

The explosive growth of the dishwasher market is largely due to the increase in the proportion of fully furnished houses.

'得益于' (benefit from/due to).

Collocations courantes

一台洗碗机

安装洗碗机

全自动洗碗机

洗碗机专用

洗碗机容量

省水洗碗机

洗碗机故障

嵌入式洗碗机

洗碗机耗电

打开洗碗机

Phrases Courantes

后悔买晚了

— Regret buying it late; used to say the product is so good you wish you had it sooner.

洗碗机真是后悔买晚了的神器。

解放双手

— To liberate one's hands; a common marketing slogan for dishwashers.

洗碗机真的能解放双手。

家庭和谐神器

— A tool for family harmony; referring to how it stops arguments about chores.

洗碗机简直是家庭和谐神器。

懒人必备

— A must-have for lazy people; affectionate term for convenient gadgets.

洗碗机是现代生活的懒人必备。

洗得干净吗？

— Does it wash cleanly? The most common question asked by skeptics.

很多人担心洗碗机洗不干净。

费水费电

— Wasting water and electricity; the most common concern about dishwashers.

老一辈总觉得洗碗机费水费电。

容量不够

— Capacity is not enough; a common complaint about small models.

这个洗碗机容量不够，放不下锅。

专用洗碗粉

— Specialized dishwasher powder.

记得买专用洗碗粉。

装修预留

— Reserved space during renovation; referring to the dishwasher slot.

装修时要给洗碗机预留位置。

烘干功能

— Drying function; a key feature of modern dishwashers.

这款洗碗机的烘干功能很强。

Souvent confondu avec

洗碗机 vs 洗衣机

Washing machine (for clothes). People often swap 'bowl' for 'clothes'.

洗碗机 vs 消毒柜

Disinfection cabinet. It looks similar but doesn't actually wash.

洗碗机 vs 吸尘器

Vacuum cleaner. Both are three-character appliances starting with an 'x' sound (xi vs xi).

Expressions idiomatiques

"一劳永逸"

— To do something once and for all; often applied to buying a dishwasher to end chore disputes.

买个洗碗机就是一劳永逸的办法。

Common

"省吃俭用"

— To live frugally; used when someone saves up to buy an expensive appliance like a dishwasher.

她省吃俭用才买了一台名牌洗碗机。

Literary/Common

"事半功倍"

— To get twice the result with half the effort; describes the efficiency of using a dishwasher.

用洗碗机做家务真是事半功倍。

Common

"井井有条"

— In perfect order; describing how dishes look when correctly loaded into the machine.

碗筷在洗碗机里摆放得井井有条。

Common

"不约而同"

— To do something without prior agreement; like when a couple both suggest buying a dishwasher at the same time.

他们不约而同地想到了买洗碗机。

Common

"大显身手"

— To display one's skill; used playfully when the dishwasher 'handles' a huge mess after a party.

聚会结束后，洗碗机该大显身手了。

Playful

"名副其实"

— To be worthy of the name; saying a dishwasher really does wash well.

这台洗碗机真是名副其实的家务帮手。

Formal

"必不可少"

— Absolutely necessary.

洗碗机在现代厨房中是必不可少的。

Common

"物美价廉"

— High quality and inexpensive; used when finding a good deal on a dishwasher.

这台洗碗机物美价廉，非常划算。

Common

"焕然一新"

— To look brand new; how dishes look after a cycle.

洗完后，盘子都焕然一新。

Common

Facile à confondre

洗碗机 vs 洗衣机

Both start with '洗' and end with '机'.

The middle character '衣' means clothes, while '碗' means bowl.

我用洗衣机洗衣服，用洗碗机洗碗。

洗碗机 vs 消毒柜

Both are square appliances found in the kitchen.

A dishwasher washes; a disinfection cabinet only dries and kills germs.

洗完碗后，你可以把它们放进消毒柜。

洗碗机 vs 洗手池

Both involve washing and water.

A '洗手池' is a sink (usually for hands), while '洗碗机' is a machine.

洗手池在卫生间，洗碗机在厨房。

洗碗机 vs 洗洁精

Both are related to washing dishes.

One is the machine, the other is the liquid soap.

不要在洗碗机里加洗洁精。

洗碗机 vs 电饭煲

Both are common kitchen appliances ending in a 'machine-like' syllable.

One washes dishes, the other cooks rice.

电饭煲煮饭，洗碗机洗碗。

Structures de phrases

这是[Noun]。

这是洗碗机。

我想买[Number]台[Noun]。

我想买一台洗碗机。

把[Object]放进[Noun]里。

把碗放进洗碗机里。

有了[Noun]，就不用[Verb]了。

有了洗碗机，就不用洗碗了。

[Noun]既[Adj]又[Adj]。

洗碗机既方便又省水。

与其[Verb]，不如用[Noun]。

与其手洗，不如用洗碗机。

[Noun]的普及是[Noun]的体现。

洗碗机的普及是消费升级的体现。

针对[Target]，研发了[Noun]。

针对中式厨房，研发了这种洗碗机。

Famille de mots

Noms

洗碗块 (dishwasher tablet)

洗碗盐 (dishwasher salt)

洗碗粉 (dishwasher powder)

洗碗架 (dishwasher rack)

Verbes

洗碗 (to wash dishes)

刷碗 (to scrub dishes)

烘干 (to dry)

除菌 (to sterilize)

Adjectifs

嵌入式 (built-in)

台式 (countertop)

全自动 (fully automatic)

Apparenté

洗衣机 (washing machine)

消毒柜 (disinfection cabinet)

厨余垃圾处理器 (garbage disposal)

油烟机 (range hood)

燃气灶 (gas stove)

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Comment l'utiliser

frequency

Common in urban areas, increasing rapidly.

Erreurs courantes

Using regular dish soap. → Use specialized dishwasher detergent.
Regular soap creates too many bubbles and can overflow or damage the machine's internal sensors.
Placing bowls facing upwards. → Place bowls facing downwards or at an angle.
If bowls face up, they will collect dirty water and won't dry properly.
Overloading the machine. → Leave enough space for water to circulate.
If dishes are overlapping, the water spray can't reach all surfaces, leaving them dirty.
Confusing '洗碗机' with '洗衣机'. → Use '碗' for dishes and '衣' for clothes.
This is a common phonetic and conceptual slip for beginners.
Not removing large food scraps. → Scrape off large bones or leftovers before loading.
While you don't need to rinse, large scraps can clog the filter and cause smells.

Astuces

摆放技巧

碗口必须向下摆放，否则洗完后碗里会积满脏水。盘子要竖着放，不要重叠。

定期清理过滤网

每隔一段时间要清理底部的过滤网，防止食物残渣堵塞排水管或产生异味。

注意材质

木质餐具、涂层不粘锅和精细的骨瓷最好不要放进洗碗机，高温可能会损坏它们。

攒够了再洗

为了节能，可以把一天的碗攒到一起洗。现在的洗碗机通常有预洗功能，防止残渣干结。

买大不买小

如果空间允许，尽量买大容量的。小洗碗机可能放不下锅，最后你还是得动手洗锅。

使用软水盐

在水质较硬的地区，一定要加软水盐，否则机器内部和餐具上会出现白色的水垢。

洗抽油烟机滤网

洗碗机是清洗抽油烟机油网的神器，强力洗模式能把厚重的油垢洗得干干净净。

烘干后及时取出

虽然有烘干功能，但洗完后最好稍微打开门通风，或者及时把餐具收进橱柜，防止二次受潮。

关注能效标识

购买时选择一级能效的产品，长期使用下来能省不少电费和水费。

检查喷淋臂

如果发现碗洗不干净，检查一下是否有高大的餐具挡住了喷淋臂的旋转。

Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

Think of 'Xi' as 'She' (washing), 'Wan' as a 'Wonton bowl', and 'Ji' as a 'Jeep' (a machine). She washes the wonton bowl in a jeep machine.

Association visuelle

Imagine a giant bowl (碗) being scrubbed by a robot machine (机) with water (洗).

Word Web

Kitchen Water Soap Clean Bowl Electricity Plate Chore

Défi

Try to say 'My dishwasher is washing the bowls' three times fast: 'Wǒ de xǐwǎnjī zài xǐwǎn'.

Origine du mot

The word is a modern Chinese compound. '洗' (wash) is an ancient character. '碗' (bowl) consists of the stone radical '石', reflecting ancient ceramic origins. '机' (machine) originally referred to a wooden loom.

Sens originel : Literally 'wash bowl machine'.

Sino-Tibetan (Mandarin Chinese).

Contexte culturel

Be careful not to sound condescending if a Chinese home doesn't have one; many people still prefer hand-washing for cultural or space reasons.

In the West, dishwashers are standard. In China, they are still a growing trend and often a 'luxury' upgrade.

Mentioned in modern TV shows like 'Nothing But Thirty' (三十而已) as part of a high-end lifestyle. Frequently featured in tech reviews on Zealer or Fview. A common topic in 'smart home' (智能家居) ecosystem discussions by Xiaomi.

Pratique dans la vie réelle

Contextes réels

Buying Appliances

这台洗碗机多少钱？
有折扣吗？
保修期是多久？
送货上门吗？

Renovating a House

厨房要预留洗碗机的位置。
我想装嵌入式的。
水管怎么接？
尺寸合适吗？

Doing Chores

碗放进洗碗机了吗？
洗碗机洗好了吗？
记得加洗碗盐。
把干净的碗拿出来。

Product Comparison

哪个牌子比较好？
这个容量大一点。
它比手洗更省水。
噪音大不大？

Complaining about Chores

我太讨厌洗碗了。
我们需要个洗碗机。
洗碗机坏了，真麻烦。
谁来倒洗碗机？

Amorces de conversation

"你觉得家里有必要装洗碗机吗？ (Do you think it's necessary to install a dishwasher at home?)"

"你家的洗碗机好用吗？是什么牌子的？ (Is your dishwasher easy to use? What brand is it?)"

"听说洗碗机比手洗更干净，你相信吗？ (I heard dishwashers are cleaner than hand-washing; do you believe it?)"

"如果你买洗碗机，你会选嵌入式的还是台式的？ (If you buy a dishwasher, would you choose built-in or countertop?)"

"洗碗机真的能解决家庭矛盾吗？ (Can a dishwasher really solve family conflicts?)"

Sujets d'écriture

描述一下你理想中的厨房，里面会有洗碗机吗？为什么？ (Describe your ideal kitchen; will there be a dishwasher in it? Why?)

写一段话，说服你的父母买一台洗碗机。 (Write a paragraph to persuade your parents to buy a dishwasher.)

你觉得科技进步（比如洗碗机）是如何改变我们的生活的？ (How do you think technological progress, like dishwashers, is changing our lives?)

记录一次你和家人因为洗碗而产生的争论。 (Record a time you and your family had an argument about washing dishes.)

对比一下手洗碗和用洗碗机的优缺点。 (Compare the pros and cons of hand-washing dishes and using a dishwasher.)

Questions fréquentes

10 questions

是的，现代洗碗机使用高温高压水流，通常比手洗更干净。它们还能去除手洗难以洗掉的重油污。许多用户反馈，玻璃杯洗完后像新的一样。只要摆放正确，清洁效果非常好。

其实洗碗机比手洗更省水。手洗时水龙头通常一直开着，而洗碗机是循环用水。根据测试，洗碗机一次耗水量仅为手洗的五分之一左右。所以，它是非常环保的选择。

这取决于洗碗机的容量。大容量的（如13套或15套）通常可以放下炒锅。但要注意，某些材质的锅（如不粘锅或生铁锅）可能不适合放进洗碗机。建议查看锅具的洗涤说明。

是的，绝对不能用普通的洗洁精。普通洗洁精会产生大量泡沫，可能损坏机器或导致漏水。你必须使用专门的洗碗粉、洗碗块或洗碗液。此外，还需要定期添加软水盐和亮碟剂。

如果是嵌入式的，最好在装修时就预留好位置和进出水口。如果是台式的，安装相对简单，只需连接水龙头和排水管即可。大多数品牌都提供免费上门安装服务。

不同的模式时间不同。快速洗可能只需要30分钟，而强力洗或节能洗可能需要2到3个小时。虽然时间长，但你不需要守在旁边，可以去做别的事情。

洗碗机的耗电量主要在加热水和烘干环节。一般来说，洗一次碗的电费不到一块钱。考虑到它节省的时间和水费，整体性价比是非常高的。

主要是因为以前的机器不适合洗中式深碗，而且价格昂贵。此外，老一辈人有勤俭节约的习惯，认为手洗更放心。现在技术改进了，年轻人也更愿意花钱买方便。

大多数现代洗碗机都有高温除菌功能。水温通常会达到70度以上，能杀死大部分细菌。这比手洗后自然晾干要卫生得多。有些高端型号还有专门的紫外线消毒。

一些特定的型号（尤其是水槽式洗碗机）专门设计了洗蔬菜和水果的功能。它们使用超声波或轻柔的水流来去除农药残留。普通的嵌入式洗碗机通常不建议用来洗菜。

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