打印机

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Understanding 打印机

The word 打印机 (dǎyìnjī) specifically refers to a printer, a device used to produce physical copies of digital documents. It is a compound of (to hit/strike), (print), and (machine/device), literally meaning 'printing machine.'

Usage in Daily Life

This term is commonly used in office, school, and home contexts. When talking about printers, you might discuss their speed, quality, or whether they are working properly. For example, "打印机" means the printer is broken.

Common Collocations

Tips

Unlike the English word "printer," 打印机 is always a noun referring to the device itself. It does not refer to the action of printing; that is 打印 (dǎyìn). Avoid confusing 打印机 with 打印.

When speaking, 打印机 is often paired with verbs like "" (broken), "" (buy), "" (use), or "修理" (repair).

Example Sentences

This printer is very fast and suitable for office use.

The printer at my home is broken and needs repair.

Please send the document to the printer and then print it out.