钟表 is the general term for any device used to measure and display time.
30秒でわかる単語
- A collective noun for all timekeeping instruments.
- Includes both wall clocks and wristwatches.
- Commonly used to discuss time or home decor.
Overview
- 1概述：钟表（zhōngbiǎo）是由“钟”和“表”两个字组成的合成词。在中文里，它是一个统称，涵盖了计时工具的总和。无论其形状大小，只要具备计时功能，都可以称之为钟表。2) 使用模式：钟表通常作为名词使用，常出现在描述时间管理、室内装饰或个人配饰的语境中。例如：“家里需要买一个钟表”或“钟表店”。3) 常见语境：在日常生活中，我们常在讨论行程、准时观念或购买礼物时提到它。钟表不仅是工具，也是现代家居装饰的重要组成部分。4) 近义词辨析：虽然“钟表”是统称，但在具体指代时，我们会根据类型区分。“钟”通常指体积较大、固定在墙上或放在桌上的计时器；“表”则多指体积较小、可以随身携带的手表或怀表。在口语中，如果指代明确，人们更倾向于直接说“时钟”或“手表”，而“钟表”一词则更具概括性。
例文
这家钟表店的款式很多。
everydayThis clock and watch shop has many styles.
我们需要校对一下钟表的时间。
formalWe need to synchronize the clocks.
墙上的钟表坏了。
informalThe clock on the wall is broken.
钟表的发展史是人类文明的重要组成部分。
academicThe history of timepieces is an important part of human civilization.
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
钟表匠
watchmaker
电子钟表
digital clock/watch
よく混同される語
时间 refers to 'time' as an abstract concept. 钟表 refers to the physical instrument used to measure it.
文法パターン
How to Use It
使い方のコツ
钟表 is a neutral noun used in various registers. It is highly versatile in business contexts like retail. Remember that it functions as a collective noun.
よくある間違い
Learners sometimes confuse the specific terms (手表/挂钟) with the general term. Also, be mindful of the cultural taboo of giving clocks as gifts.
Tips
Use as a collective term
Use '钟表' when referring to the category of timepieces in general. If you mean a specific item, use '手表' or '挂钟'.
Cultural taboo regarding clocks
Avoid giving a clock as a gift in Chinese culture. The phrase '送钟' sounds like '送终', which means to attend a funeral.
The evolution of timekeeping
Historically, China used sundials and water clocks. The term '钟表' reflects the modern integration of Western mechanical timekeeping.
語源
The term combines '钟' (large stationary bell/clock) and '表' (small portable watch). It emerged as mechanical timekeeping became common in China.
文化的な背景
Clocks were imported into China during the Ming dynasty and were luxury items. Today, while ubiquitous, the linguistic taboo regarding gifting them remains strong.
覚え方のコツ
Think of 钟 (Clock) and 表 (Watch) combined as the 'Clock-Watch' category. Remember: don't give it as a gift to avoid the 'death' pun!
よくある質問
4 問钟通常指体积较大、摆放在固定位置的计时器，如挂钟。表则指体积较小、便于携带的计时器，如手表。
虽然手机有计时功能，但通常不被称为钟表。钟表专指专门设计的计时仪器。
它是一个中性词，既可以在日常对话中使用，也可以出现在商业或正式场合中。
在中国传统文化中，送“钟”与“送终”谐音，因此在正式场合送礼时应避免赠送钟表，以免引起误会。
自分をテスト
为了不迟到，他买了一个新的___。
根据上下文，为了不迟到，需要的是计时工具。
スコア： /1
Summary
钟表 is the general term for any device used to measure and display time.
- A collective noun for all timekeeping instruments.
- Includes both wall clocks and wristwatches.
- Commonly used to discuss time or home decor.
Use as a collective term
Use '钟表' when referring to the category of timepieces in general. If you mean a specific item, use '手表' or '挂钟'.
Cultural taboo regarding clocks
Avoid giving a clock as a gift in Chinese culture. The phrase '送钟' sounds like '送终', which means to attend a funeral.
The evolution of timekeeping
Historically, China used sundials and water clocks. The term '钟表' reflects the modern integration of Western mechanical timekeeping.
例文
4 / 4这家钟表店的款式很多。
This clock and watch shop has many styles.
我们需要校对一下钟表的时间。
We need to synchronize the clocks.
墙上的钟表坏了。
The clock on the wall is broken.
钟表的发展史是人类文明的重要组成部分。
The history of timepieces is an important part of human civilization.
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