zik1 tung2唧筒
Jyutpingzik1 tung2
Yalejīk túng
Definition
Pump; a device used to move fluids.
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How it's used
Although 唧筒 is the traditional term for a pump, most people in daily life simply use the loanword 泵. Using 唧筒 can sound slightly more formal or technical, similar to how one might choose a specific mechanical term over a generic one. It is often found in older manuals or specific hardware contexts.
Measure word
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Please bring me the pump to inflate it.
Related words
Common phrases
air pump
Common mistake
Learners often confuse the pronunciation or usage of 唧筒 with the English loanword 泵, which is much more common in casual speech. Do not be surprised if locals look confused if you use 唧筒 for a simple bicycle pump.
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Grammar guides
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