电子

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

The word 电子 (diànzǐ) primarily means "electronic" and is used to describe anything related to electronics or electronic technology. It often appears in compound nouns such as 电子 (electronic book), 电子 (email), and 电子产品 (electronic products).

Common Collocations

  • 电子: electronic book, used when referring to digital reading materials.
  • 电子: email, a common term for electronic mail communication.
  • 电子产品: electronic products, referring to devices like phones, computers, and gadgets.

Usage Notes

When using 电子, it usually modifies a noun to indicate that the item or concept involves electronic technology. It is a neutral term suitable for formal and informal contexts. Avoid confusing 电子 with (electricity) alone, which refers more generally to electric power rather than electronic technology.

Summary

Understanding 电子 helps learners talk about modern technology and digital communication effectively. It is a high-frequency word in everyday conversation about gadgets, media, and communication.

Example Sentences

I bought an electronic book that I can read on my phone.

Electronic mail is faster than traditional mail.

This store specializes in selling electronic products, such as phones and