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chuáng

Bed

Beginnernoun

Definition

The furniture you sleep on.

Example

这张床很舒服。

This bed is very comfortable.

Etymology

'床' (chuáng) has ancient origins related to resting furniture, evolving throughout history to denote different styles of beds in accordance with cultural practices.

How & Where It’s Used

'床' (chuáng) is used informally and formally, predominantly in spoken language to refer to beds in homes or other settings, recognized universally in Chinese-speaking regions.

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