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备
bèi
Description
"备"的意思是准备好，让东西可以用。
"备" means to prepare or make something ready for use.
我们常说"准备"和"设备"，这些词里都有"备"。
We often say "准备" (prepare) and "设备" (equipment), both containing "备".
Meanings
备bèi
to prepare; to get ready
我要备好明天的东西。
I need to prepare things for tomorrow.
备bèi
to have; to be equipped with
这个房间备有空调。
This room is equipped with air conditioning.
备bèi
spare; backup; for reserve
我买了一个备用电池。
I bought a spare battery.
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Notes
- Etymology
pictograph originally showing an arrow quiver, giving the sense of readiness and stock.
- Nuance
rarely used alone in speech; usually part of compounds like 准备 or 设备.
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