Definition
上机 is a separable verb-object compound (上 + 机). It commonly means 'to start using a computer' (e.g., in a computer lab) or 'to operate a machine'. When splitting, the object 机 takes a measure word or time expression between the two parts, such as 上过两次机 ('have used the computer twice').
v.o.
to start using a computerto operate a machine
Examples
- 上机。Wǒ jīntiān xiàwǔ yào qù shǎng.I need to use the computer this afternoon.
- 。Tā shàng le yí ge xiǎoshí de jī.He used the computer for an hour.
- ？Nǐ shàng guò jǐ cì jī?How many times have you used the computer?
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