灯泡

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Understanding 灯泡 (dēngpào)

The word 灯泡 specifically refers to a light bulb, the glass bulb that produces light in lamps and fixtures. It is a common household item and often discussed when talking about lighting or electrical repairs.

Usage in Daily Life

You will frequently hear 灯泡 in contexts involving home maintenance, such as replacing a broken bulb or discussing energy efficiency. For example, 灯泡 means the bulb is broken, and you need to replace it.

Common Collocations

  • 灯泡 (huàn dēngpào): to change a light bulb
  • 节能灯泡 (jié néng dēngpào): energy-saving light bulb
  • 灯泡 (dēngpào huài le): the bulb is broken

These phrases are very practical and useful in everyday conversations about lighting.

Tips

When using 灯泡, note that it refers to the bulb itself, not the entire lamp or fixture. For the whole lamp, words like or 台灯 are used. Avoid confusing 灯泡 with , which means lamp or light in general.

Also, 灯泡 is a neutral term suitable for both formal and informal contexts.

Example Sentences

The light bulb is broken and needs to be replaced with a new one.

Please screw the light bulb tighter so the light will turn on.

Energy-saving light bulbs consume less electricity than traditional bulbs.