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打火机
dǎhuǒjī
Description
打火机是一种可以打出火的小东西，很多人用它来点烟或点蜡烛。
A 打火机 is a small item that can produce fire; many people use it to light cigarettes or candles.
它很小，可以放在口袋里，用起来很方便。
It is very small, can fit in a pocket, and is very convenient to use.
Meanings
打火机dǎhuǒjī
lighter; small device for making fire
你有打火机吗？我想点烟。
Do you have a lighter? I want to light a cigarette.
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Notes
- Etymology
打(strike/make) + 火(fire) + 机(machine/device), literally "fire-making device".
- Nuance
打火机 is a lighter, while 火柴 means matches.
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