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牌照
páizhào
Description
牌照是政府发给的一张证件，让你可以合法地做某件事，比如开车、开公司或者卖东西。
A 牌照 is a certificate issued by the government that allows you to legally do something, such as driving, running a business, or selling goods.
Meanings
牌照páizhào
license; permit (for a business or activity)
这家店有营业牌照。
This store has a business license.
牌照páizhào
license plate (of a vehicle)
他的车没有牌照。
His car doesn't have a license plate.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
牌 means plate/tablet + 照 means license/permit, together forming an official document.
- Nuance
牌照 and 执照 overlap for business licenses; 车牌 is more specific for vehicle plates.
In videos
“手里塞给他一把没有牌照的黑枪”
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