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台
tái
Description
“台”常常用来数机器，比如一台电脑、两台车。
"台" is often used to count machines, such as one 台 computer, two 台 cars.
它也可以指一个平平的、比地面高的地方，像舞台。
It can also refer to a flat place elevated above the ground, like a stage.
Meanings
台tái
measure word for machines and appliances
我家有两台电脑。
My family has two computers.
台tái
platform, stage, raised flat surface
他站在台上唱歌。
He is standing on the stage singing.
台tái
counter, stand, or desk
请到前台问一下。
Please ask at the front desk.
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Notes
- Nuance
台 counts heavy machines (cars, computers, TVs), unlike 个 for general objects.
- Etymology
original sense is a raised earthen platform, later extended to stands and machines.
In videos
“然后台，呃，台语、韩文跟日文都有互通。”
“我的切台怎么了？”
“然后这里就是一个“洗漱台””
“我们用了超过一千台”
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