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参考

cānkǎo

Description

"参考"的意思是看别的东西来帮助自己做事或学习。

"参考" means to look at something else to help oneself do something or learn.

我们常说"参考一下",就是拿来看看、想想。

We often say "参考一下", which means to take a look and think about it.

Meanings

参考cānkǎo

to refer to; to consult (for help)

写作文的时候可以参考这本书。

You can refer to this book when writing an essay.

参考cānkǎo

reference; something used for consultation

这个数据只是给你做参考。

This data is just for your reference.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    参 (to consult/join) + 考 (to examine/consider), together meaning to consult and consider.

  • Nuance

    often used as "参考一下" to politely suggest looking at something without forcing agreement.

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