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書
shū
Description
“书”就是我们读的东西，里面有很多字和故事。
"書" refers to the things we read, containing many words and stories.
它也可以表示写字，比如“书法”就是写字的艺术。
It can also mean writing characters, for example, "書法" is the art of writing characters.
Meanings
书shū
book
我喜欢看书。
I like reading books.
书shū
to write; writing
他的书法很好。
His calligraphy is very good.
书shū
letter; document
这是一封家书。
This is a family letter.
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Notes
- Etymology
originally depicted a hand holding a brush to write, later meaning 'writing' and 'book'.
- Nuance
as a verb '书' is formal/literary; everyday 'to write' is 写.
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