Definition
积木 is almost always a noun meaning 'building blocks (toy)', as in 搭积木 (dā jīmù) 'to play with blocks'. The source labels it as a separable verb (v.o.), but this is extremely rare in modern Mandarin; the word is not used as a standalone verb phrase. Be careful not to confuse the POS—most dictionaries list 积木 as a noun.
v.o.
(v.o., rare) to stack/pile wood(noun, common) building blockstoy bricks
Examples
- 积木。Xiǎo péngyou zài dā jī mù.The children are playing with building blocks.
- 积木。Tā yòng jī mù dā le yí zuò fángzi.He built a house with blocks.
- 积木，。Zhèxiē jī mù wǔyán-liùsè, hěn piàoliang.These blocks are colorful and beautiful.
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