Dictionary🇨🇳 Chinese → 🇺🇸 English
刀
dāo
Description
刀是一种用来切东西的工具，一边很锋利。
A 刀 is a tool used for cutting things, with one sharp edge.
厨房里常常有很多种刀，古代的士兵也用刀打仗。
There are often many kinds of 刀 in the kitchen, and ancient soldiers also used 刀 in battles.
Meanings
刀dāo
knife; a tool with a blade for cutting
这把刀很快，小心用。
This knife is very sharp; use it carefully.
刀dāo
sword; single-edged bladed weapon
将军手里拿着一把大刀。
The general is holding a big knife.
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Notes
- Nuance
刀 is single-edged, while 剑 (jiàn) refers to a double-edged sword.
- Measure word
use 把 (bǎ) to count knives, e.g. 一把刀.
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