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Referring to a root or base with 根 (gēn)
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Number + 根 + Noun
Explanation
The noun 根 (gēn) means "root" or "base," referring to the bottom part of a plant or the foundation of something. It also functions as a measure word for long, thin objects like sticks, hairs, or strings. Understanding both uses is important for reading and speaking naturally.
Examples
这棵老树的根已经深深扎进了泥土里。
Zhè kē lǎo shù de gēn yǐjīng shēnshēn zhā jìn le nítǔ lǐ.
The roots of this old tree have already grown deep into the soil.
请给我两根筷子。
Qǐng gěi wǒ liǎng gēn kuàizi.
Please give me two chopsticks.
地上掉了一根头发。
Dì shàng diào le yī gēn tóufa.
A strand of hair fell on the ground.