佩戴

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Usage of 佩戴

The verb 佩戴 (pèidài) specifically refers to wearing or carrying items that are accessories or equipment, such as jewelry, badges, glasses, or hats. It is more formal and precise than simply saying 'wear' (穿 or ) and often appears in contexts involving uniforms, safety gear, or symbolic items.

Common Collocations

  • 佩戴安全 (wear safety helmet): used in workplace safety contexts.
  • 佩戴 (wear a badge): common in official or organizational settings.
  • 佩戴首饰 (wear jewelry): refers to wearing decorative accessories.

Nuances

Using 佩戴 implies a deliberate and proper wearing of an item, often with a sense of formality or regulation. It is less common in casual speech where (dài) alone suffices. Avoid confusing 佩戴 with 穿 (chuān), which is used for clothing rather than accessories.

Register and Tone

This word is formal and often found in written instructions, official documents, or formal speech. It conveys respect for the item worn and the occasion.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 佩戴 with alone; while can be used broadly for wearing accessories, 佩戴 emphasizes the act of wearing something with significance or regulation, such as badges or safety equipment.

Example Sentences

Before entering the laboratory, please be sure to wear safety goggles.

He always likes to wear a brand-name watch to show his status.

Soldiers must wear military hats and badges when on duty.