A carpet is a textile floor covering that adds comfort and style to an interior space.
Word in 30 Seconds
- A floor covering made of woven fabric.
- Used for decoration, warmth, and sound insulation.
- Commonly found in homes, offices, and hotels.
常见语境：地毯多出现在家庭的客厅（沙发前）、卧室（床边）或酒店大堂。在正式场合，如电影节或大型庆典中，“红地毯”象征着尊贵与隆重。在办公室，大面积的办公地毯则有助于减少走动产生的噪音。
- 1近义词辨析：“地毯”是一个通用词。相比之下，“毯子”通常指盖在身上的毛毯（blanket），而“地垫”通常指尺寸较小、放在门口或厨房用于去污防滑的垫子（mat）。理解这些区别有助于在不同场景下选择准确的词汇。
Examples
客厅的地毯很软。
everydayThe carpet in the living room is very soft.
明星们走上了红地毯。
formalThe celebrities walked on the red carpet.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
走红地毯
walk the red carpet
地毯式搜索
carpet search (thorough search)
Often Confused With
A blanket used for keeping warm while sleeping or resting. It is never used for the floor.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word '地毯' is neutral and commonly used in both spoken and written Chinese. It is primarily used as a noun. When describing the action of placing it, '铺' is the standard verb.
Common Mistakes
Beginners often confuse '地毯' with '毯子'. Remember that '地' explicitly indicates the floor. Ensure you use the correct measure word '张' or '块' when counting carpets.
Tips
Use with the verb 铺
When talking about installing a carpet, use the verb '铺' (pū). For example, '我们在客厅里铺了一张地毯'.
Don't confuse with blanket
Remember that '地毯' is for the floor. If you want to say blanket for sleeping, use '毯子' instead.
Symbolism of Red Carpet
The term '红地毯' is widely used in Chinese media to represent fame and prestige, mirroring the Western concept of the red carpet.
Word Origin
The word is a compound: '地' (ground/floor) and '毯' (rug/blanket). It evolved to specifically describe floor-covering textiles.
Cultural Context
In Chinese culture, carpets were historically symbols of wealth. Today, they are standard home decor items, with 'red carpet' being a universal symbol for high-status events.
Memory Tip
Think of '地' (ground) + '毯' (blanket). It is literally a blanket for the ground!
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questions地毯是铺在地上使用的，材质通常较硬且耐磨；而毯子通常是盖在身上保暖的织物，材质更柔软。
小面积污渍可以用吸尘器或地毯清洗剂处理。如果是大面积地毯，建议定期请专业的家政服务进行深度清洁。
红地毯常被用于各种庆典、电影节或正式接待活动，象征着对贵宾的欢迎以及活动的隆重和高规格。
Test Yourself
为了让房间看起来更温馨，妈妈在客厅里___了一张厚地毯。
铺地毯是固定搭配，表示将地毯平整地放置在地面上。
Score: /1
Summary
A carpet is a textile floor covering that adds comfort and style to an interior space.
- A floor covering made of woven fabric.
- Used for decoration, warmth, and sound insulation.
- Commonly found in homes, offices, and hotels.
Use with the verb 铺
When talking about installing a carpet, use the verb '铺' (pū). For example, '我们在客厅里铺了一张地毯'.
Don't confuse with blanket
Remember that '地毯' is for the floor. If you want to say blanket for sleeping, use '毯子' instead.
Symbolism of Red Carpet
The term '红地毯' is widely used in Chinese media to represent fame and prestige, mirroring the Western concept of the red carpet.
Examples
2 of 2客厅的地毯很软。
The carpet in the living room is very soft.
明星们走上了红地毯。
The celebrities walked on the red carpet.
