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专辑
zhuānjí
Description
专辑是歌手把很多首歌放在一起，做成一张CD或者一个合集。
A 专辑 is when a singer puts many songs together to make a CD or a collection.
我们常常说一位歌手出了一张新专辑。
We often say a singer has released a new 专辑.
Meanings
专辑zhuānjí
a music album (a collection of songs)
这位歌手的新专辑很好听。
This singer's new album sounds great.
专辑zhuānjí
a special collection or feature (of articles, programs)
杂志做了一个旅游专辑。
The magazine made a travel special issue.
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Notes
- Etymology
专 'special, focused' + 辑 'to compile/collect', so a specially compiled collection.
- Nuance
most often means a music album; 唱片 refers more to a physical record/disc.
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