台
tái
Description
“台”是一个量词，用来数机器、车或电器，比如“一台电脑”“三台车”。
"台" is a measure word used to count machines, vehicles, or electrical appliances, such as "一台电脑" (one computer) and "三台车" (three cars).
它也可以表示比较高的平面或者小舞台，比如“讲台”“阳台”。
It can also refer to a relatively high flat surface or a small stage, like "讲台" (podium) or "阳台" (balcony).
Meanings
台tái
measure word for machines and vehicles
我家有两台电脑。
My family has two computers.
台tái
platform; stage; raised flat surface
老师站在讲台上。
The teacher is standing on the podium.
台tái
station or channel (radio/TV)
这个电视台很有名。
This TV station is very famous.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
originally meant a raised structure; later extended to platforms, stations, and a measure word.
- Nuance
as a measure word, 台 counts machines, while 辆 counts vehicles more specifically.
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