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美元

měiyuán
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  • "<mark>美元</mark>" (měiyuán) means US dollar.
  • It is the currency of the United States.
  • Used in prices, international trade, and financial discussions.
  • Pronounced 'mei yuan' with specific tones.
The Chinese word 美元 (měiyuán) directly translates to "US dollar." It is the official currency of the United States and is widely used in international trade and finance. When you see or hear 美元, it refers to the money used in America. People use this term when discussing prices, salaries, international transactions, or any financial matters involving the United States. For example, if you are buying something from an American website, the price will likely be listed in 美元. Similarly, if an international contract specifies payment in US currency, it will refer to 美元. It's a fundamental term in global economics and everyday financial conversations involving the US. Understanding 美元 is crucial for anyone engaging in international business or travel that involves the United States.

我需要支付一百 美元。

Usage Context
This term is used in financial discussions, shopping, travel, and international trade. It's a very common and practical word.
International Significance
The US dollar is one of the world's most important reserve currencies, making 美元 a frequently encountered term globally.
Pronunciation Aid
The pronunciation is 'mei yuan'. The first character 'mei' has a falling-rising tone, and the second character 'yuan' has a flat tone.

这个商品的价格是五十 美元。

我在网上用 美元 购物。

Financial Context
In financial news, you'll often hear about exchange rates between 美元 and other currencies.
Everyday Transactions
When traveling to or interacting with businesses in the US, understanding 美元 is essential for making purchases.
Using 美元 (měiyuán) in sentences is straightforward. It functions as a noun indicating the currency. You can place it after a number to specify an amount. For instance, "五 美元" means five US dollars. It's also common to use it in phrases related to payment or cost. You might say, "这个多少 美元?" (Zhège duōshao měiyuán?), which translates to "How much is this in US dollars?"

我今天赚了二十 美元。

Basic Structure
Number + 美元. For example, '十 美元' (ten US dollars).
Asking Prices
A common question is: '这个多少 美元?' (How much is this in US dollars?).
Expressing Payment
You can say '我付了三十 美元' (I paid thirty US dollars).

这本书的价格是二十五 美元。

我需要换一些 美元。

Transactions
You can talk about exchanging money: '我想换 美元' (I want to exchange for US dollars).
International Context
When discussing global finance, you might hear: ' 美元 的汇率在变化' (美元's exchange rate is changing).
You'll encounter the word 美元 (měiyuán) in a variety of real-life situations, especially if you are involved in international commerce, travel, or consume news about global economics. Tourist areas, particularly in countries that commonly receive American tourists, will often display prices in 美元 alongside local currency. Hotels and international businesses frequently deal with 美元 transactions. Financial news channels are a prime source; discussions about currency exchange rates, stock markets, and international trade will inevitably mention 美元. Online shopping platforms, especially those with international sellers or buyers, will often list prices in 美元. If you're watching movies or TV shows set in international contexts or involving business dealings, characters might discuss payments or costs in 美元. Even in casual conversations among people who travel frequently or have international business dealings, 美元 is a common reference point.

我在机场兑换了五百 美元。

Travel and Tourism
Tourists often encounter prices listed in 美元 in souvenir shops or when booking services.
Financial News
News reports on global markets frequently discuss the value of the 美元.
Online Commerce
International e-commerce websites often display prices in 美元.

这家公司接受 美元 和欧元付款。

我的美国朋友告诉我，他每个月需要支付两千 美元 的房租。

International Business Meetings
Discussions about contracts and payment terms will often involve mentioning amounts in 美元.
Conversations with Foreigners
When chatting with people from the US or those who deal with US currency, 美元 will come up naturally.
A common mistake for learners is confusing 美元 (měiyuán) with the Chinese Yuan, which is 人民币 (rénmínbì). While both use the character '元' (yuán) to denote a unit of currency, '美' (měi) specifically means 'American,' so 美元 exclusively refers to the US dollar. Another potential pitfall is the pronunciation. The tones are crucial: '美' (měi) is a third tone (falling-rising), and '元' (yuán) is a first tone (flat). Mispronouncing these tones can lead to misunderstanding. Some learners might also forget to include the number when stating an amount, or place it incorrectly. For example, saying just "美元" without a quantity is incomplete. It should be "[Number] 美元." Also, learners might sometimes use generic terms like '钱' (qián - money) when specifically needing to refer to US dollars, which lacks precision.

Incorrect: 我需要付一千人民币。

Correct: 我需要付一千 美元。

Confusion with Chinese Yuan
Mistaking 美元 for 人民币 (rénmínbì) is common. Remember '美' means American.
Incorrect Tones
Saying 'mei yuan' with wrong tones can lead to confusion. Practice the third tone for '美' and the first tone for '元'.
Missing Quantity
Simply saying '美元' without a number is not a complete statement of amount.

Incorrect: 我需要付钱。

Correct: 我需要付三十 美元。

Incorrect: 价格是 美。

Correct: 价格是二十 美元。

Omitting '元'
While sometimes context allows for brevity, avoid just saying '美' (měi) to refer to US dollars; the full term 美元 is necessary for clarity.
Incorrect Word Order
Ensure the number comes before 美元, like '一百 美元', not '美元 一百'.
The most direct alternative and important word to contrast with 美元 (měiyuán) is 人民币 (rénmínbì), which is the Chinese Yuan. This is crucial because both use the character '元' (yuán) as a unit of currency. So, while 美元 is for the US dollar, 人民币 is for the currency of China. Another related term is just '元' (yuán) on its own. In certain contexts, especially when discussing prices in China, '元' can be used as a shorthand for 人民币. However, when speaking internationally or about the US, 美元 is the precise term. You might also hear other currency names like 欧元 (ōuyuán - Euro) or 英镑 (yīngbàng - British Pound), which are distinct from 美元. In very informal contexts, or when the amount is small and the currency is understood, people might just say '钱' (qián - money), but this lacks specificity.

Compare: 美元 vs. 人民币

Pronunciation: měiyuán vs. rénmínbì

Meaning: US Dollar vs. Chinese Yuan

Chinese Yuan (人民币)
The most important distinction. 美元 is for the USA, 人民币 is for China.
Dollar (元)
A general term for 'dollar'. Can refer to 美元 or other dollar currencies, or even Chinese Yuan in informal contexts.
Euro (欧元)
The currency of the Eurozone. Distinct from 美元.

Example: 我需要买一些 美元。

Example: 我需要买一些人民币。

British Pound (英镑)

Meaning: The currency of the United Kingdom. Not to be confused with 美元.

Money (钱)
A general term for money. While 美元 is a type of money, '钱' is too broad to be a direct substitute.
Canadian Dollar (加元)
Another currency that uses '元', but is distinct from 美元.

How Formal Is It?

재미있는 사실

The character '元' (yuán) was adopted into Chinese to represent foreign currencies like the US dollar and Spanish dollar due to their widespread circulation in China during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The specific use of '美' (měi) clearly distinguishes it from other 'yuan' currencies like the Chinese Yuan (人民币).

발음 가이드

UK /mɛɪ ˈjuːɑːn/
US /meɪ ˈjuːɑːn/
mei-YUAN
라임이 맞는 단어
yuan quan juan luan yuan (as in Chinese Yuan) buoy an puan ruan
자주 하는 실수
  • Incorrect tones: The third tone on '美' (měi) and the first tone on '元' (yuán) are crucial. Mispronouncing them can lead to confusion with other words.
  • Pronouncing '美' as a flat tone (first tone) instead of falling-rising (third tone).
  • Pronouncing '元' with a rising or falling tone instead of a flat tone (first tone).
  • Adding an intrusive 'r' sound at the end of 'yuan', which is common in some English accents but incorrect here.
  • Confusing the vowel sounds, especially in 'yuan'.

난이도

독해 2/5

The word <mark>美元</mark> itself is straightforward. Difficulty in reading comes from understanding financial or international trade contexts where it's frequently used. Recognizing the characters is key for beginners.

쓰기 2/5

Writing <mark>美元</mark> is simple once the characters are learned. Difficulty may arise in constructing grammatically correct sentences involving currency amounts and correct usage in various contexts.

말하기 2/5

Pronunciation requires attention to tones (měi - 3rd tone, yuán - 1st tone). Once pronunciation is mastered, speaking it is easy.

듣기 2/5

Recognizing <mark>美元</mark> in spoken Chinese is generally easy, especially when preceded by a number or in a clear financial context. The tones are the main challenge for non-native speakers.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

钱 (qián - money) 一 (yī - one) 二 (èr - two) 三 (sān - three) 十 (shí - ten)

다음에 배울 것

人民币 (rénmínbì - Chinese Yuan) 欧元 (ōuyuán - Euro) 兑换 (duìhuàn - to exchange) 汇率 (huìlǜ - exchange rate) 支付 (zhīfù - to pay)

고급

外汇 (wàihuì - foreign exchange) 金融 (jīnróng - finance) 经济 (jīngjì - economy) 国际贸易 (guójì màoyì - international trade) 储备货币 (chǔbèi huòbì - reserve currency)

알아야 할 문법

Using numbers with measure words for currency.

一百 美元 (yībǎi měiyuán) - one hundred US dollars. Here, 美元 functions as the unit, and the number precedes it.

Using '多少' (duōshao) to ask for quantity/price.

这个多少 美元？ (Zhège duōshao měiyuán?) - How much is this in US dollars? '多少' asks for the amount.

Using verbs related to money.

我需要兑换 美元。(Wǒ xūyào duìhuàn měiyuán.) - I need to exchange for US dollars. '兑换' is the verb 'to exchange'.

Using comparative structures with currency.

这个比那个便宜十 美元。(Zhège bǐ nàge piányi shí měiyuán.) - This is ten US dollars cheaper than that one.

Expressing amounts with units.

他给了我五 美元 的折扣。(Tā gěile wǒ wǔ měiyuán de zhékòu.) - He gave me a discount of five US dollars.

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1

你好。

Hello.

2

谢谢。

Thank you.

3

再见。

Goodbye.

4

是。

Yes.

5

不。

No.

6

我叫玛丽。

My name is Mary.

7

这是什么？

What is this?

8

一个。

One.

1

这个多少 美元？

How much is this in US dollars?

Using '多少' (duōshao) to ask 'how much'.

2

我需要一张票。

I need a ticket.

'一张' (yì zhāng) is a measure word for tickets.

3

今天天气很好。

The weather is good today.

Using '今天' (jīntiān - today) and '天气' (tiānqì - weather).

4

我住在北京。

I live in Beijing.

Using '住' (zhù - to live) and city names.

5

我学习中文。

I study Chinese.

Using '学习' (xuéxí - to study) and language names.

6

我想买这本书。

I want to buy this book.

Using '想' (xiǎng - to want) and '买' (mǎi - to buy).

7

请问，洗手间在哪里？

Excuse me, where is the restroom?

'请问' (qǐngwèn - excuse me) is a polite way to ask a question.

8

这件衣服多少 美元？

How much is this piece of clothing in US dollars?

'这件' (zhè jiàn) is a measure word for clothing.

1

我需要兑换一些 美元。

I need to exchange some US dollars.

'兑换' (duìhuàn - to exchange currency).

2

这家餐厅的菜品价格合理，大部分在二十 美元 以下。

The dishes at this restaurant are reasonably priced, most are under twenty US dollars.

Using '价格合理' (jiàgé hélǐ - reasonably priced) and '以下' (yǐxià - below).

3

国际贸易中，美元 扮演着重要的角色。

In international trade, the US dollar plays an important role.

'国际贸易' (guójì màoyì - international trade) and '扮演重要角色' (bànyǎn zhòngyào juésè - play an important role).

4

我正在考虑去美国旅游，所以需要准备一些 美元。

I am considering traveling to the US, so I need to prepare some US dollars.

'考虑' (kǎolǜ - to consider) and '准备' (zhǔnbèi - to prepare).

5

这笔交易是以 美元 结算的。

This transaction is settled in US dollars.

'交易' (jiāoyì - transaction) and '结算' (jiésuàn - to settle).

6

虽然我更喜欢使用本地货币，但在国际支付时，美元 仍然是最方便的选择之一。

Although I prefer using local currency, when making international payments, the US dollar is still one of the most convenient options.

'本地货币' (běndì huòbì - local currency) and '国际支付' (guójì zhīfù - international payment).

7

他们公司的主营业务是用 美元 进行大宗商品交易。

Their company's main business is trading commodities in US dollars.

'主营业务' (zhǔyíng yèwù - main business) and '大宗商品' (dàzōng shāngpǐn - commodities).

8

旅行者通常会在出发前兑换 美元 以备不时之需。

Travelers usually exchange for US dollars before departure for emergencies.

'出发前' (chūfā qián - before departure) and '不时之需' (bùshí zhīxū - for emergencies/unexpected needs).

1

全球金融市场对 美元 汇率的波动非常敏感。

The global financial market is very sensitive to fluctuations in the US dollar exchange rate.

'金融市场' (jīnróng shìchǎng - financial market) and '汇率波动' (huìlǜ bōdòng - exchange rate fluctuation).

2

许多跨国公司在财务报告中会以 美元 为基准进行核算。

Many multinational corporations use the US dollar as a benchmark for accounting in their financial reports.

'跨国公司' (kuàguó gōngsī - multinational corporation) and '财务报告' (cáiwù bàogào - financial report).

3

尽管人民币国际化程度在不断提高，但 美元 在国际支付和储备货币方面仍占据主导地位。

Although the internationalization of the RMB is continuously increasing, the US dollar still holds a dominant position in international payments and as a reserve currency.

'国际化程度' (guójìhuà chéngdù - degree of internationalization) and '储备货币' (chǔbèi huòbì - reserve currency).

4

为了刺激经济，美联储可能会通过调整 美元 的利率来影响市场。

To stimulate the economy, the Federal Reserve might influence the market by adjusting the interest rates of the US dollar.

'美联储' (Měiliánchǔ - Federal Reserve) and '利率' (lìlǜ - interest rate).

5

在一些发展中国家，美元 甚至被视为一种平行货币，用于某些大额交易。

In some developing countries, the US dollar is even considered a parallel currency, used for certain large transactions.

'发展中国家' (fāzhǎn zhōng guójiā - developing country) and '平行货币' (píngxíng huòbì - parallel currency).

6

分析师们正在密切关注 美元 的走势，以预测未来的全球经济走向。

Analysts are closely watching the trend of the US dollar to predict future global economic directions.

'分析师' (fēnxīshī - analyst) and '走势' (zǒushì - trend).

7

该项目的融资方案明确规定，所有款项将以 美元 支付。

The financing plan for this project clearly stipulates that all payments will be made in US dollars.

'融资方案' (róngzī fāng'àn - financing plan) and '规定' (guīdìng - to stipulate/regulate).

8

地缘政治的不确定性常常导致 美元 资产的避险需求增加。

Geopolitical uncertainty often leads to an increased demand for safe-haven assets like the US dollar.

'地缘政治' (dìyuán zhèngzhì - geopolitical) and '避险需求' (bìxiǎn xūqiú - safe-haven demand).

1

国际货币基金组织（IMF）在评估成员国经济状况时，会将 美元 的相对价值纳入考量。

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) considers the relative value of the US dollar when assessing the economic conditions of member countries.

'国际货币基金组织' (guójì huòbì jījīn zǔzhī - International Monetary Fund) and '纳入考量' (nàrù kǎoliàng - to take into consideration).

2

全球央行在调整外汇储备时，往往会权衡 美元 的流动性和稳定性。

When adjusting foreign exchange reserves, central banks worldwide often weigh the liquidity and stability of the US dollar.

'央行' (yāngháng - central bank) and '外汇储备' (wàihuì chǔbèi - foreign exchange reserves).

3

自布雷顿森林体系瓦解以来，美元 的锚定地位虽有所变化，但其在全球金融体系中的核心作用依然不可撼动。

Since the collapse of the Bretton Woods system, although the anchored status of the US dollar has changed, its core role in the global financial system remains unshakable.

'布雷顿森林体系' (Bùléidùn Sēnlín tǐxì - Bretton Woods system) and '不可撼动' (bùkě hàndòng - unshakable).

4

量化宽松政策的实施，在一定程度上影响了 美元 的购买力，并可能引发通货膨胀的担忧。

The implementation of quantitative easing policies has, to some extent, affected the purchasing power of the US dollar and may raise concerns about inflation.

'量化宽松' (liànghuà kuānsōng - quantitative easing) and '购买力' (gòumǎilì - purchasing power).

5

对冲基金在进行跨国资本流动时，会审慎评估 美元 兑其他主要货币的潜在波动风险。

Hedge funds, when conducting cross-border capital flows, prudently assess the potential fluctuation risks of the US dollar against other major currencies.

'对冲基金' (duìchōng jījīn - hedge fund) and '资本流动' (zīběn liúdòng - capital flow).

6

一些国家试图通过增加黄金储备来分散对 美元 的过度依赖，以期在国际金融格局变化时获得更大的战略自主性。

Some countries are attempting to diversify away from excessive reliance on the US dollar by increasing their gold reserves, aiming for greater strategic autonomy amidst changes in the international financial landscape.

'分散对...的过度依赖' (fēnsàn duì... de guòdù yīlài - to diversify away from excessive reliance on) and '战略自主性' (zhànlüè zìzhǔxìng - strategic autonomy).

7

当全球经济面临衰退风险时，美元 作为避险货币的地位会得到进一步巩固，吸引大量资本流入。

When the global economy faces recession risks, the status of the US dollar as a safe-haven currency is further consolidated, attracting significant capital inflows.

'衰退风险' (shuāituì fēngxiǎn - recession risk) and '资本流入' (zīběn liúrù - capital inflow).

8

数字 美元（CBDC）的潜在发行可能会对现有的国际支付体系产生深远影响，挑战 美元 的传统优势。

The potential issuance of a digital US dollar (CBDC) could have profound implications for the existing international payment system, challenging the traditional advantages of the US dollar.

'数字 美元' (shùzì měiyuán - digital US dollar) and '深远影响' (shēnyuǎn yǐngxiǎng - profound impact).

1

在评估全球经济的宏观韧性时，美元 的国际地位及其作为计价货币和交易媒介的功能是不可或缺的分析维度。

When assessing the macroeconomic resilience of the global economy, the international status of the US dollar and its functions as an accounting currency and medium of exchange are indispensable analytical dimensions.

'宏观韧性' (hóngguān rènxìng - macroeconomic resilience) and '计价货币' (jìjià huòbì - unit of account currency).

2

美联储的货币政策调整，尤其是利率路径的预期，对全球 美元 流动性产生显著的外溢效应，影响着包括新兴市场在内的各类经济体。

The Federal Reserve's monetary policy adjustments, especially expectations regarding the interest rate path, have significant spillover effects on global US dollar liquidity, influencing various economies including emerging markets.

'利率路径' (lìlǜ lùjìng - interest rate path) and '外溢效应' (wàiyì xiàoyìng - spillover effect).

3

尽管存在对 美元 单极化地位的挑战，但其在国际金融交易中的惯性、深度和广度，使得任何短期内对其地位的根本性颠覆都显得不切实际。

Despite challenges to the unipolar status of the US dollar, its inertia, depth, and breadth in international financial transactions make any fundamental subversion of its position in the short term seem impractical.

'单极化地位' (dānjíhuà dìwèi - unipolar status) and '不切实际' (bùqiè shíjì - impractical).

4

分析 美元 走势时，不能仅凭国内经济指标，还需综合考量国际收支状况、地缘政治风险以及其他主要经济体的货币政策动向。

When analyzing the trend of the US dollar, one cannot rely solely on domestic economic indicators; it is also necessary to comprehensively consider the balance of payments, geopolitical risks, and the monetary policy directions of other major economies.

'国际收支状况' (guójì shōuzhī zhuàngkuàng - balance of payments situation) and '货币政策动向' (huòbì zhèngcè dòngxiàng - monetary policy trends).

5

随着全球贸易格局的演变和多边主义的式微，美元 的支付和储备功能正面临前所未有的结构性调整压力。

With the evolution of the global trade landscape and the decline of multilateralism, the payment and reserve functions of the US dollar are facing unprecedented structural adjustment pressures.

'多边主义的式微' (duōbiān zhǔyì de shìwēi - decline of multilateralism) and '结构性调整' (jiégòuxìng tiáozhěng - structural adjustment).

6

评估 美元 作为全球储备货币的长期前景，需要审视其内在价值、发行国的信用稳定性以及替代性储备资产的可行性。

Assessing the long-term prospects of the US dollar as a global reserve currency requires examining its intrinsic value, the credit stability of the issuing country, and the feasibility of alternative reserve assets.

'内在价值' (nèizài jiàzhí - intrinsic value) and '信用稳定性' (xìnyòng wěndìng xìng - credit stability).

7

数字货币的兴起，特别是主权数字货币的出现，为挑战 美元 在国际清算中的主导地位提供了新的技术和制度可能性。

The rise of digital currencies, especially the emergence of sovereign digital currencies, offers new technological and institutional possibilities for challenging the dominance of the US dollar in international settlements.

'主权数字货币' (zhǔquán shùzì huòbì - sovereign digital currency) and '国际清算' (guójì qīngsuàn - international settlement).

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历史经验表明，当一个经济体对其货币的信心动摇时，美元 往往会因其避险属性而受益，吸引资本回流。

Historical experience shows that when confidence in a country's currency wavers, the US dollar often benefits from its safe-haven attributes, attracting capital reflux.

'信心动摇' (xìnxīn dòngyáo - confidence wavers) and '资本回流' (zīběn huíliú - capital reflux).

자주 쓰는 조합

多少 美元
一百 美元
兑换 美元
支付 美元
美元 汇率
花费 美元
赚取 美元
持有 美元
低于 美元
超过 美元

자주 쓰는 구문

多少 美元？

— How much in US dollars?

请问，这个多少 美元？ (Qǐngwèn, zhège duōshao měiyuán?) - Excuse me, how much is this in US dollars?

一百 美元

— One hundred US dollars.

我需要支付一百 美元。(Wǒ xūyào zhīfù yībǎi měiyuán.) - I need to pay one hundred US dollars.

兑换 美元

— To exchange for US dollars.

我想在这里兑换一些 美元。(Wǒ xiǎng zài zhèlǐ duìhuàn yīxiē měiyuán.) - I want to exchange for some US dollars here.

用 美元 支付

— To pay with US dollars.

这家商店接受用 美元 支付。(Zhè jiā shāngdiàn jiēshòu yòng měiyuán zhīfù.) - This store accepts payment with US dollars.

美金

— US dollar (informal)

我带了三百美金。(Wǒ dài le sānbǎi měijīn.) - I brought three hundred US dollars.

换 美元

— To exchange for US dollars (short form).

我需要去银行换点 美元。(Wǒ xūyào qù yínháng huàn diǎn měiyuán.) - I need to go to the bank to exchange for some US dollars.

一 美元

— One US dollar.

这瓶水只要一 美元。(Zhè píng shuǐ zhǐyào yī měiyuán.) - This bottle of water is only one US dollar.

美元汇率

— US dollar exchange rate.

请告诉我今天的美元汇率。(Qǐng gàosù wǒ jīntiān de měiyuán huìlǜ.) - Please tell me today's US dollar exchange rate.

花费 美元

— To spend US dollars.

我在购物上花费了很多 美元。(Wǒ zài gòuwù shàng huāfèile hěn duō měiyuán.) - I spent a lot of US dollars on shopping.

交易以 美元 结算

— The transaction is settled in US dollars.

所有国际合同都以 美元 结算。(Suǒyǒu guójì hétong dōu yǐ měiyuán jiésuàn.) - All international contracts are settled in US dollars.

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美元 vs 人民币 (rénmínbì)

This is the most common confusion. Both use '元' (yuán) as a unit, but 美元 is specifically for the US dollar, while 人民币 is for the Chinese Yuan. Always remember '美' means American.

美元 vs 欧元 (ōuyuán)

While both are 'yuan' currencies, 美元 refers to the US dollar, and 欧元 refers to the Euro used in Europe. The initial character '欧' (Ōu) distinguishes it.

美元 vs 元 (yuán)

On its own, '元' can refer to various dollar currencies or even the Chinese Yuan in informal contexts. 美元 is specific to the US dollar.

관용어 및 표현

"一 美元 的价值"

— The value of one dollar; often used to express something is cheap or has little worth.

这件东西不值一 美元 的价值。(Zhè jiàn dōngxi bù zhí yī měiyuán de jiàzhí.) - This thing isn't even worth one dollar.

Informal
"花 美元 不眨眼"

— To spend money (specifically US dollars) without hesitation; to be extravagant or wasteful.

他买东西总是花 美元 不眨眼。(Tā mǎi dōngxi zǒng shì huā měiyuán bù zhǎyǎn.) - He always spends US dollars without blinking when he buys things.

Informal
"一文不值 (美元)"

— Worthless (in terms of US dollars); often implies something has lost its value or is of no use.

在那场经济危机中，很多投资都变得一文不值 (美元)。(Zài nà chǎng jīngjì wēijī zhōng, hěn duō tóuzī dōu biàn de yīwén bùzhí (měiyuán).) - In that economic crisis, many investments became worthless (in dollar terms).

Figurative
"赚大钱 (美元)"

— To make a lot of money (specifically in US dollars); to be very profitable.

他通过这项生意赚了大钱 (美元)。(Tā tōngguò zhè xiàng shēngyì zhuànle dàqián (měiyuán).) - He made a lot of money (in US dollars) through this business.

Informal
"美元 贬值"

— The depreciation of the US dollar; its value decreases relative to other currencies.

如果 美元 贬值，进口商品会变得更贵。(Rúguǒ měiyuán biǎnzhí, jìnkǒu shāngpǐn huì biàn de gèng guì.) - If the US dollar depreciates, imported goods will become more expensive.

Economic/Formal
"美元 升值"

— The appreciation of the US dollar; its value increases relative to other currencies.

当 美元 升值时，去美国旅游会更划算。(Dāng měiyuán shēngzhí shí, qù Měiguó lǚxíng huì gèng huásuàn.) - When the US dollar appreciates, traveling to the US becomes more cost-effective.

Economic/Formal
"零 美元"

— Zero US dollars; free of charge or without cost.

这个活动是免费的，只需要零 美元。(Zhège huódòng shì miǎnfèi de, zhǐ xūyào líng měiyuán.) - This event is free, it only costs zero US dollars.

Informal/Figurative
"一块 美元 的事"

— A trivial matter; something that costs very little or is insignificant.

这点小问题，就是一块 美元 的事。(Zhè diǎn xiǎo wèntí, jiùshì yī kuài měiyuán de shì.) - This small problem is just a one-dollar matter.

Informal
"千 美元 的诱惑"

— The temptation of a large sum of money (specifically thousands of US dollars).

他抵挡住了千 美元 的诱惑，没有做违法的事情。(Tā dǐdǎng zhùle qiān měiyuán de yòuhuò, méiyǒu zuò wéifǎ de shìqíng.) - He resisted the temptation of thousands of US dollars and did not do anything illegal.

Figurative
"美元 纸"

— US dollar bills (colloquial, similar to '美钞').

他口袋里全是 美元 纸。(Tā kǒudài lǐ quán shì měiyuán zhǐ.) - His pockets are full of US dollar bills.

Informal

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美元 vs 人民币

Both <mark>美元</mark> and 人民币 use the character '元' (yuán) to denote a unit of currency.

The crucial difference is the first character. '美' (měi) in <mark>美元</mark> specifically means 'American', designating the US dollar. '人民' (rénmín) in 人民币 means 'people', designating the currency of the People's Republic of China (Chinese Yuan).

我需要买一些<mark>美元</mark>。(I need to buy some US dollars.) vs. 我在中国需要买一些人民币。(I need to buy some Chinese Yuan in China.)

美元 vs 欧元

Both terms end with '元' (yuán), suggesting they are both dollar-like currencies.

<mark>美元</mark> refers to the United States dollar. 欧元 (ōuyuán) refers to the Euro, the currency used by many countries in the European Union. The initial character '欧' (Ōu) signifies 'Europe'.

我在美国用<mark>美元</mark>买东西。(I use US dollars to buy things in America.) vs. 我在法国用欧元买东西。(I use Euros to buy things in France.)

美元 vs 元

'元' (yuán) is a general term for 'dollar' or a unit of currency, and it appears in <mark>美元</mark>, 人民币, and 欧元.

When used alone, '元' often implies the Chinese Yuan in a Chinese context, or can generally refer to dollars. <mark>美元</mark> is specific to the US dollar, removing ambiguity. Context is key.

这个多少钱？ - 五<mark>元</mark>。(What's the price? - Five Yuan/dollars.) vs. 这个多少<mark>美元</mark>？ - 五<mark>美元</mark>。(How much is this in US dollars? - Five US dollars.)

美元 vs 美金

Both <mark>美元</mark> and 美金 refer to the US dollar.

<mark>美元</mark> is the standard, formal term. 美金 (měijīn) is a more colloquial, informal, and very common synonym. It's used interchangeably in casual conversation.

我需要换一百<mark>美元</mark>。(I need to exchange one hundred US dollars - formal/standard.) vs. 我带了一百美金。(I brought one hundred US dollars - informal/common.)

美元 vs 美钞

Both refer to US dollars.

<mark>美元</mark> refers to the currency in general. 美钞 (měichāo) specifically refers to US dollar banknotes or paper money, emphasizing the physical currency.

我需要用<mark>美元</mark>支付。(I need to pay with US dollars - general.) vs. 我想把这张一百美钞换成零钱。(I want to change this one hundred dollar bill into smaller denominations - specific to banknotes.)

문장 패턴

A2

Number + <mark>美元</mark>

二十 <mark>美元</mark> (èrshí měiyuán)

A2

这个多少 <mark>美元</mark>？

这个多少 <mark>美元</mark>？ (Zhège duōshao měiyuán?)

A2

我需要 + Number + <mark>美元</mark>

我需要十 <mark>美元</mark>。(Wǒ xūyào shí měiyuán.)

B1

Verb + <mark>美元</mark>

兑换 <mark>美元</mark> (duìhuàn měiyuán)

B1

<mark>美元</mark> + 汇率

<mark>美元</mark> 汇率 (měiyuán huìlǜ)

B1

以 <mark>美元</mark> + 支付/结算

以 <mark>美元</mark> 支付 (yǐ měiyuán zhīfù)

B2

关于 <mark>美元</mark> 的 + Noun

关于 <mark>美元</mark> 的讨论 (guānyú měiyuán de tǎolùn)

B2

<mark>美元</mark> + 波动/走势

<mark>美元</mark> 波动 (měiyuán bōdòng)

어휘 가족

명사

美元 (měiyuán)
美金 (měijīn)

관련

美 (měi - America)
元 (yuán - dollar/unit)
人民币 (rénmínbì - Chinese Yuan)
欧元 (ōuyuán - Euro)
货币 (huòbì - currency)
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사용법

frequency

High

자주 하는 실수
  • Confusing <mark>美元</mark> with 人民币. → Remember that <mark>美元</mark> is for the USA and 人民币 is for China. The '美' character is key.

    Learners often mix these up because both use '元' (yuán). Always check the first character: '美' for US dollar, '人民' for Chinese Yuan.

  • Incorrect tones for <mark>美元</mark>. → Pronounce '美' with a falling-rising tone (3rd) and '元' with a flat tone (1st).

    Mispronouncing the tones can lead to misunderstanding. Practice 'měi yuán' carefully.

  • Saying just '<mark>美元</mark>' without a number when asking for price. → Use '多少 <mark>美元</mark>？' (duōshao měiyuán?).

    Simply saying '<mark>美元</mark>' isn't a complete question for price. '多少' is needed to ask 'how much'.

  • Using <mark>美元</mark> in China for everyday purchases. → Use 人民币 (rénmínbì) in mainland China.

    While some tourist spots might accept <mark>美元</mark>, it's not the standard currency and you'll likely get a poor exchange rate or be unable to use it for most transactions.

  • Using <mark>美元</mark> when referring to other dollar currencies. → Specify if it's Canadian Dollar (加元 - jiāyuán), Australian Dollar (澳元 - àoyuán), etc.

    While '元' means dollar, <mark>美元</mark> is exclusively for the US dollar. For other dollars, use the appropriate prefix (e.g., 加 for Canada, 澳 for Australia).

팁

Master the Tones

Pay close attention to the tones for 美元. '美' (měi) has a falling-rising tone (3rd tone), and '元' (yuán) has a flat tone (1st tone). Correct pronunciation is key to being understood.

Learn Synonyms

Familiarize yourself with informal terms like 美金 (měijīn) and 美钞 (měichāo) to understand spoken Chinese better, but use 美元 in formal writing and speaking.

Number + Currency Unit

In Chinese, when stating an amount of currency, the number typically comes before the currency unit. For example, '一百 美元' (one hundred US dollars).

Global Significance

Understand that 美元 is not just American money; it's a major global currency. This context helps in understanding news and financial discussions.

Real-World Application

Try to find prices listed in 美元 online or in news articles. Read them aloud and try to say the amounts in Chinese.

Visual Association

Create a mental image associating '美' with America (like a bald eagle) and '元' with dollar bills. This visual link can help recall the word and its meaning.

Distinguish from Renminbi

Always remember that 美元 (US Dollar) is different from 人民币 (rénmínbì - Chinese Yuan). The '美' is the key differentiator.

Travel Essential

If you plan to travel to the US or interact with US businesses, knowing 美元 and how to use it in sentences is essential for basic transactions.

Understand Exchange Rates

Learning 美元 is the first step. Understanding its exchange rate with your local currency is crucial for international travel and finance.

암기하기

기억법

Think of '美' (měi) sounding like 'May' – like in 'May I have some US dollars?'. And '元' (yuán) sounds like 'yuan', which is also the Chinese currency, but here it specifically means 'dollar' because of the '美' prefix. So, 'May I have American dollars?'

시각적 연상

Imagine a bald eagle (symbol of America) holding a US dollar bill in its talons. The eagle represents '美' (měi), and the dollar bill represents '元' (yuán).

Word Web

Currency Money United States America Trade Finance Exchange Rate Price Payment Dollar

챌린지

Try to think of five different scenarios where you would need to use or hear the word 美元. For each scenario, write a short sentence in Chinese using 美元.

어원

The term 美元 (měiyuán) is a direct translation from English. '美' (měi) is an abbreviation for '美利坚' (Měilìjiān), which is the phonetic transliteration of 'America' (United States of America). '元' (yuán) is the Chinese character for 'dollar' or 'unit of currency', derived from the Spanish 'real de a ocho' (piece of eight), which was widely circulated in Asia.

원래 의미: Literally translates to 'American dollar'.

Sino-Tibetan (Chinese)

문화적 맥락

When discussing currency, especially in international contexts, it's important to be precise. Using 美元 clearly indicates the US dollar, avoiding confusion with other currencies that also use the term 'yuan' (元).

In English-speaking countries, the term 'US dollar' or simply 'dollar' is used. The Chinese term 美元 is a direct translation that reflects the global reach of the US currency.

The US dollar is often referred to as 'the greenback' due to the color of its banknotes. The Federal Reserve is the central bank responsible for issuing 美元. 美元 is the primary currency used in international oil trading.

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실제 사용 상황

Shopping online from an international website.

  • 这个多少 <mark>美元</mark>？
  • 我可以用 <mark>美元</mark> 支付吗？
  • 价格是三十 <mark>美元</mark>。

Traveling to the United States.

  • 我需要换一些 <mark>美元</mark>。
  • 这个地方接受 <mark>美元</mark> 吗？
  • 请问，一百 <mark>美元</mark> 等于多少人民币？

Discussing global financial news.

  • <mark>美元</mark> 汇率今天怎么样？
  • 全球经济对 <mark>美元</mark> 的影响。
  • 持有 <mark>美元</mark> 作为避险资产。

International business transactions.

  • 合同规定以 <mark>美元</mark> 结算。
  • 我们需要支付十万 <mark>美元</mark>。
  • 用 <mark>美元</mark> 支付可以吗？

Asking for prices in a tourist area.

  • 这个多少 <mark>美元</mark>？
  • 有便宜一点的 <mark>美元</mark> 选项吗？
  • 总共是五十 <mark>美元</mark>。

대화 시작하기

"Have you ever had to exchange money for US dollars? What was that experience like?"

"If you were to buy something expensive online, would you prefer to see the price in US dollars or your local currency? Why?"

"What do you think about the global influence of the US dollar? Does it have advantages or disadvantages?"

"Imagine you found a wallet with a lot of US dollars. What would you do?"

"How do you feel about the exchange rate between your local currency and the US dollar right now?"

일기 주제

Write about a time you encountered or used US dollars. Describe the situation and how you felt.

Imagine you are a financial advisor. Explain the importance of the US dollar in international trade to a client.

Reflect on the cultural significance of currencies. How does the US dollar represent American culture or influence?

Describe a hypothetical scenario where you need to make a large purchase using US dollars. Detail the process and any challenges.

Discuss the pros and cons of a single global currency versus multiple national currencies, using the US dollar as an example.

자주 묻는 질문

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No, 美元 (měiyuán) specifically refers to the United States dollar, which is the currency of the USA. Chinese Yuan is called 人民币 (rénmínbì). While both use the character '元' (yuán) for their unit, the prefix '美' (měi) in 美元 clearly indicates it's American.

You say '一百 美元' (yībǎi měiyuán). The number comes first, followed by the currency unit.

美元 is the standard, formal term for the US dollar. 美金 (měijīn) is a very common colloquial synonym, used interchangeably in informal conversations. Both mean US dollar.

While some tourist-oriented businesses in China might accept 美元, it is not the official currency. You will primarily need to use 人民币 (rénmínbì) for most transactions in mainland China. It's advisable to exchange your 美元 for 人民币 upon arrival.

The character '元' (yuán) means 'dollar' or 'unit of currency'. In 美元, it specifically refers to the dollar unit of the US currency, combined with '美' (měi) meaning 'American'.

You can ask: '这个多少 美元？' (Zhège duōshao měiyuán?). '这个' (zhège) means 'this', '多少' (duōshao) means 'how much', and '美元' specifies the currency.

Yes, 美元 is one of the most important currencies in international trade and finance. It is widely used for global transactions and is held as a reserve currency by many countries.

The tones for 美元 are: 美 (měi) is a third tone (falling-rising), and 元 (yuán) is a first tone (flat). So, it's pronounced 'měi yuán'.

Yes, the most prominent is the Chinese Yuan, called 人民币 (rénmínbì). Other countries also have currencies that use 'yuan' in their Chinese name, like the Euro (欧元 - Ōuyuán), but 美元 is specifically the US dollar.

A very common informal term for US dollar is 美金 (měijīn). It's used frequently in casual conversation.

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