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金
jīn
Description
金是一种很贵的金属，颜色黄黄的，很多人喜欢用它做首饰。
"金" is a valuable metal with a yellow color, and many people like to use it for jewelry.
金也可以表示钱，比如“现金”就是我们平时用的钱。
"金" can also mean money, for example, "现金" refers to the cash we use daily.
Meanings
金jīn
gold (the precious metal)
这条项链是金做的。
This necklace is made of gold.
金jīn
money; funds
我需要一笔钱做本金。
I need a sum of money as principal.
金jīn
golden in color; precious
太阳把天空染成金色。
The sun dyed the sky golden.
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Notes
- Etymology
originally a pictograph for metal; now means gold, money, or metal in general.
- Nuance
金 often appears in compounds like 现金 (cash) and 金色 (golden); alone it usually means gold.
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