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盆
pén
Description
“盆”是一种口大底小的容器，常用来装水、洗东西或种花。
"盆" is a container with a wide mouth and a narrow base, often used to hold water, wash things, or plant flowers.
我们家里有洗脸盆、花盆和菜盆。
Our home has washbasins, flower pots, and vegetable basins.
Meanings
盆pén
basin; a wide, shallow open container
她用盆洗衣服。
She washes clothes using a basin.
盆pén
pot (for plants); a potful as a measure
桌子上有一盆花。
There is a pot of flowers on the table.
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Notes
- Nuance
盆 is wider and shallower than 碗 (bowl), used for washing or holding many things.
- Usage
also a measure word, e.g. 一盆水 (a basin of water).
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