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    Referring to 'money' with 钱 (qián)

    Numbers & Quantity

    Structure

    Number + 块 + 钱 / 付 + 钱 / 有 + 钱

    Explanation

    钱 (qián) is a noun meaning "money." It is one of the most essential everyday vocabulary words in Chinese, used in contexts involving buying, selling, paying, and finances. It can appear after a number and measure word to indicate a specific amount.

    Examples

    • 这件衣服花了不少钱。

      Zhè jiàn yīfu huā le bù shǎo qián.

      This piece of clothing cost quite a lot of money.

    • 出门别忘了带钱。

      Chūmén bié wàng le dài qián.

      Don't forget to bring money when you go out.

    • 他把钱存在银行里了。

      Tā bǎ qián cún zài yínháng lǐ le.

      He deposited his money in the bank.

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