Chinese · Travel & Places
飞机
fēijī
Airplane
Beginnernoun
Definition
A flying vehicle with wings and engines.
Example
飞机晚点了一个小时。
The plane was delayed by an hour.
Etymology
'飞机' (fēijī) comes from '飞' (fēi), meaning 'to fly', and '机' (jī), meaning 'machine'; it denotes a flying machine that emerged with the advent of aviation technology in the early 20th century.
How & Where It’s Used
'飞机' is used in both spoken and written contexts, applicable in both formal and informal settings regarding air travel. It is widely understood throughout China.