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具
jù
Description
这个字常用来表示有、拥有某种能力或条件，也可以指一件工具或东西。
This character is often used to indicate having or possessing a certain ability or condition, and can also refer to a tool or object.
Meanings
具有jùyǒu
to possess; to have (a quality or ability)
他具有很好的能力。
He has great ability.
工具gōngjù
tool; implement (as a bound morpheme)
这个工具很有用。
This tool is very useful.
具jù
measure word for corpses or coffins
这里有一具尸体。
There is a corpse here.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
originally depicted two hands holding a vessel, meaning to prepare or provide.
- Nuance
具 rarely stands alone; it usually forms compounds like 具有, 工具, 家具.
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