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包

bāo

Description

“包”这个字有很多意思，可以是用纸或布把东西裹起来，也可以是一个包，比如书包、面包。

The character "包" has many meanings; it can mean wrapping things with paper or cloth, or it can refer to a bag, like a schoolbag or bread.

它还常常表示“全部负责”或“承包”的意思。

It also often means "to take full responsibility" or "to contract."

Meanings

包bāo

to wrap; to pack

请帮我把礼物包一下。

Please help me wrap the gift.

包bāo

bag; package; bundle

我买了一个新书包。

I bought a new schoolbag.

包bāo

to take full responsibility; to guarantee; to contract

这件事包在我身上。

I'll take care of this matter.

Related words

书包面包包子打包包裹红包

Notes

  • Etymology

    original meaning 'to wrap'; extended to 'bag' and 'to guarantee/take charge'.

  • Nuance

    as a measure word, 包 counts packets, e.g. 一包糖 (a pack of sugar).

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