Definition
八两 is a quantity meaning 'eight taels' (a traditional Chinese unit of weight, equal to about 400 grams). However, the row's POS is listed as 'measure word' (m), which is inconsistent because 八两 is a number+measure word phrase, not a standalone measure word. The pinyin field only gives 'bā' for the first character, omitting 'liǎng'. This row likely contains a data error.
m
eight taels (approx. 400 grams)
Examples
- 八两。Tā mǎi le bā cháyè.He bought eight taels of tea leaves.
- 八两。Zhège yàofāng xūyào bā rénshēn.This prescription needs eight taels of ginseng.
- ，。Bàn jīn bā, chàbuduō yíyàng zhòng.Half a catty and eight taels are about the same weight.
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