子 (zi) — (noun suffix) forms nouns from verbs, adjectives, or other nouns; often indicates a small object, tool, or person
Definition
子 is a noun suffix that turns verbs or adjectives into nouns (often for tools, small objects, or people), seen in words like 桌∼ (table) and 孩∼ (child). It is NOT a standalone word for 'child' — use 儿子 or 孩子 for that.
suffix
(noun suffix) forms nouns from verbsadjectivesor other nounsoften indicates a small objecttoolor person
Examples
- 。Zhuō zi shàng yǒu yì běn shū.There is a book on the table.
- 。Zhè ge hái zi hěn cōng ming.This child is very smart.
- 。Zhè ge jù zi hěn nán.This sentence is very difficult.
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