Basic Meaning
n
Commonly used in modern contexts to refer to garments.
clothing; clothes
衣服,衣裳。
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Synonyms:
衣裳
Sentences:
- 她买了一件新衣服。She bought a new piece of clothing.
- 这家店卖很多时尚服装。This store sells a lot of fashionable clothes.
v
Specifically for consuming medicine or drugs.
to take (medicine)
吃(药)。
Words:
服药内服服三片服毒口服液
Sentences:
- 医生建议他每天服药三次。The doctor advised him to take medicine three times a day.
- 这种口服液需要内服。This oral liquid needs to be taken internally.
v
Often used in contexts like military service, legal penalties, or obligations.
to serve (in a role); to undergo (a duty or punishment)
担任(职务);承当(义务或刑罚)。
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Synonyms:
Sentences:
- 他必须服兵役两年。He must serve in the military for two years.
- 罪犯在监狱服刑五年。The criminal is serving a five-year sentence in prison.
v
Used for acknowledging defeat, following orders, or being persuaded.
to admit; to obey; to be convinced
承认;服从;信服。
Words:
服输心服口服服从信服服软
Sentences:
- 他输了比赛,只好服输。He lost the match and had to admit defeat.
- 她的解释让我心服口服。Her explanation convinced me completely.
v
Often used in phrases related to acclimating to new environments, such as climate or location.
to adapt to; to get used to
适应;习惯。
Words:
水土不服不服水土气候不服不服
Sentences:
- 他刚到南方,有点水土不服。He just arrived in the south and is having trouble adapting to the climate.
- 有些人气候不服,容易生病。Some people have trouble getting used to the climate and easily get sick.
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