本子 (běn zi) — notebook, exercise book

Definition

A bound paper book for writing or notes — usually a notebook or exercise book. Compared to 书, 本子 is a small notebook you write in, not a general book to read.

noun
notebookexercise book
Measure word ·

Examples

  • Wǒ mǎi le yì běn běn zi.
    I bought a notebook.
  • 本子
    Qǐng gěi wǒ kàn kàn nǐ de běn zi.
    Please show me your notebook.
  • 本子
    Zhè ge běn zi shì xīn de, nà ge shì jiù de.
    This notebook is new, that one is old.

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