(dēng) — lamp; light

Definition

General word for 'lamp' or 'light' — everyday term covering any electric light, table lamp, or hanging fixture. 灯光 is the light itself (the glow/effect), while 灯笼 is a traditional paper lantern.

noun
lamplight
Measure word ·

Examples

  • Qǐng bǎ dēng guān diào.
    Please turn off the light.
  • Chuáng tóu yǒu yì zhǎn dēng.
    There is a lamp by the bed.
  • Zhè ge dēng huài le, bù néng yòng le.
    This light is broken and can't be used.

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