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故事
gùshi
Description
故事是我们用嘴说或者用笔写出来的事情，可以是真的，也可以是想出来的。
A 故事 is something we tell with our mouth or write with a pen; it can be true or made up.
很多人喜欢在睡觉前给孩子讲一个故事。
Many people like to tell children a 故事 before they go to sleep.
Meanings
故事gùshi
a story; a tale
这个故事很有意思。
This story is very interesting.
故事gùshi
plot; storyline of a work
这部电影的故事很简单。
The story of this movie is very simple.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
故 (past, old) + 事 (matter, event), literally 'past events'.
- Nuance
故事 is a narrative; use 事情 for a real-life matter or affair.
In videos
“我们可以很开心地聊他的故事，”
Images