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自来水
zìláishuǐ
Description
自来水就是从水管里流出来的水，我们在家里可以用它洗东西。
"自来水" is the water that flows from the pipes, which we can use at home for washing things.
很多地方的自来水不能直接喝，要先烧开。
In many places, "自来水" cannot be drunk directly and must be boiled first.
Meanings
自来水zìláishuǐ
tap water; running water
请你打开自来水，我要洗手。
Please turn on the tap; I want to wash my hands.
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Notes
- Etymology
自来 (comes by itself) + 水 (water) — water that comes to you through pipes.
- Nuance
refers specifically to piped water, unlike 水 which means water generally.
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