Definition
箱子 (xiāng zi) refers to a larger container like a suitcase, trunk, or chest, used for transporting or storing items. It is distinct from 盒子 (hé zi), which means a smaller box or case for holding smaller objects.
noun
boxcasechesttrunksuitcase (a container for holding or transporting items)
Measure word · 只, 个
Easily confused
- 笛子dí zilook-alikebamboo flute
Examples
- 箱子。Wǒ bǎ zhège xiāng zi bān dào lóu shàng qù.I'll move this box upstairs.
- 箱子。Nàge xiāng zi lǐ zhuāng le hěn duō shū.That case is packed with a lot of books.
- 箱子。Tā mǎi le liǎng gè dà xiāng zi lǚxíng.He bought two large suitcases for the trip.
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