帘子

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Meaning and Usage

"帘子" (liánzi) primarily refers to a curtain or a hanging screen used to block light, wind, or insects. It can also mean a traditional hanging curtain at a shop entrance, signaling whether the shop is open.

Common Collocations

  • "帘子" (guà liánzi): to hang a curtain
  • "帘子" (lā liánzi): to pull down or close the curtain
  • "帘子" (liánzi dǎng guāng): curtain blocking light

Usage Notes

"帘子" is a noun and is often used in everyday contexts related to home decoration or shop signs. It is more specific than the general word for curtain "窗帘" (chuānglián), as "帘子" can imply a simpler or more traditional hanging cloth or screen. When used in shops, it often carries a cultural nuance indicating business status.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "帘子" with "窗帘" which specifically means window curtains. "帘子" can be used more broadly for various types of hanging screens or curtains, including those at doorways or as insect screens.

Example Sentences

There is a blue curtain hanging on the window, blocking the sunlight.

A red curtain hangs at the shop entrance, indicating it is open for

In summer, we like to pull the curtain to prevent mosquitoes from flying in.