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瓶子

pingzi /pʰiŋ˧˥ tsɨ/
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A bottle is a common container, typically made of glass or plastic, used for holding and pouring liquids.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • A container, usually for liquids.
  • Made of glass, plastic, or metal.
  • Common in daily life for drinks and storage.

Overview

“瓶子”是一个非常基础且常用的名词，指代一种用来储存和运输液体的容器。它的基本结构通常包括一个瓶身（用来容纳液体）和一个瓶口（用来倒出或注入液体），很多瓶子还会配有瓶盖或瓶塞来密封。瓶子的材质多种多样，最常见的是玻璃和塑料，但也可能用金属、陶瓷等。

在日常生活中，“瓶子”的使用频率很高。它可以指代任何装着液体的容器，比如“一瓶水”、“一瓶啤酒”、“一瓶酱油”。在描述物品时，我们也会用到它，例如“空的瓶子”、“碎了的瓶子”。它也可以作为量词使用，表示容器的数量，如“三个瓶子”。

Examples

1

请给我一瓶水。

everyday

Please give me a bottle of water.

2

这个玻璃瓶可以回收利用。

environmental

This glass bottle can be recycled.

3

他把果酱倒进了罐子里，而不是瓶子里。

comparison

He poured the jam into a jar, not a bottle.

4

实验室的试剂通常装在特制的瓶子里。

academic

Reagents in the laboratory are usually stored in special bottles.

Common Collocations

一瓶水 a bottle of water
塑料瓶 plastic bottle
玻璃瓶 glass bottle
空瓶子 empty bottle

Common Phrases

空瓶子

empty bottle

装瓶子

to bottle (something)

打碎瓶子

to break a bottle

Often Confused With

瓶子 vs 罐子

A '罐子' (guànzi) typically has a wider opening and no narrow neck, often used for preserves or solids. A '瓶子' (píngzi) usually has a narrower neck suitable for pouring liquids.

瓶子 vs 杯子

A '杯子' (bēizi) is a cup for drinking directly from, usually open-topped. A '瓶子' (píngzi) is primarily for storage and transport, often with a lid.

Grammar Patterns

Noun + (的) + Adjective (e.g., 玻璃瓶, 塑料瓶) Measure Word + 瓶子 (e.g., 一个瓶子, 两个瓶子) Verb + (一) + 瓶 + Noun (e.g., 一瓶水, 一瓶啤酒)

How to Use It

Usage Notes

The word '瓶子' is very common and used in most informal and neutral contexts. It's a basic vocabulary item suitable for everyday conversation. Avoid using it in highly technical or specialized contexts unless referring to a standard bottle.

Common Mistakes

Learners might confuse '瓶子' with '罐子' or '杯子'. Remember that '瓶子' typically implies a narrower opening for pouring liquids, unlike the wider opening of a '罐子' or the direct drinking function of a '杯子'. Also, ensure correct use of measure words like '瓶' (píng) when counting bottles.

Tips

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Think 'Bottle' for Liquids

Remember '瓶子' (píngzi) when you see or need a container specifically for liquids like water, drinks, or sauces.

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Beware of Broken Glass

Be careful when handling glass bottles, as they can break easily and cause injury. Dispose of broken glass safely.

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Recycling Culture

In many cultures, recycling plastic and glass bottles is a common practice. Pay attention to recycling bins for proper disposal.

Word Origin

The character '瓶' (píng) originally referred to a type of ceramic vessel. Its modern usage has expanded to include containers made of various materials like glass and plastic, primarily for liquids.

Cultural Context

In Chinese culture, giving bottled items like wine or tea as gifts is common. The type and decoration of the bottle can signify the value and occasion. Also, the practice of recycling bottles is increasingly emphasized.

Memory Tip

Imagine a person trying to pour a drink from a 'bottle' (瓶子) with a narrow neck, perhaps spilling it a little. The sound 'píng' might remind you of the object.

Frequently Asked Questions

4 questions

瓶子主要用来装液体，比如水、饮料、牛奶、酱油、药水等。有些瓶子也可以用来装小颗粒的固体物品。

玻璃瓶透明度高、耐腐蚀、不透气，但易碎；塑料瓶轻便、不易碎，但可能对某些物质有渗透性，且高温下可能释放有害物质。

“一瓶水”是指一瓶容量的水，这里的“瓶”作为量词，表示水的数量是以瓶为单位计算的。

广义上来说，花瓶也属于瓶子的一种，因为它也是一种容器，通常是瓶状的，用来插花。但通常人们会把专门插花的容器叫做花瓶。

Test Yourself

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我买了一___牛奶。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 瓶

牛奶通常用瓶子来装，所以这里应该用量词“瓶”。

multiple choice

下列哪个句子描述的是一个瓶子？

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我需要一个空的塑料瓶。

句子“我需要一个空的塑料瓶”直接提到了“瓶子”，并且说明了它的材质和状态。

sentence building

请用以下词语组成一个通顺的句子：瓶子，水，里面，有

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 瓶子里面有水。

“瓶子里面有水”是一个主谓宾结构完整、意思清晰的句子，符合中文表达习惯。

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