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Definition
The bottom, base, or lowest part of an object.
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How it's used
Beyond physical objects, this character is frequently used to describe the underlying state or hidden truth of a situation, such as 查底 to investigate someone's background. It acts as a suffix for many locations, like 枱底 for under the table or 櫃底 for the bottom of a cabinet. When referring to the bottom of a person's feet, use 腳板底 instead of just 底.
Measure word
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Common mistake
Avoid using it to mean the end of a period of time, as that would be 尾. For example, use 年尾 for the end of the year rather than 年底, although 年底 is acceptable in more formal contexts.
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Grammar guides
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