ci2 leon4齒輪齿轮
Jyutpingci2 leon4
Yalechí lèuhn
Definition
Gear or cogwheel; a wheel with teeth that meshes with others to transmit torque and speed.
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How it's used
Technical terminology often relies on specific classifiers, and for mechanical parts like this, 粒 is the standard choice. While it refers to the physical component, it is also frequently used metaphorically in professional contexts to describe someone as a small but essential part of a larger organization or system.
Measure word
nap1粒nāpExamples
There are many small gears inside this machine.
Do you know how to replace this gear?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse this with 轆, which is a broader term for any wheel or roller. Remember that 齒輪 specifically requires the presence of teeth or cogs to function as a gear.
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