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    Expressing a cushion or mat with 垫子 (diànzi)

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    Explanation

    The noun 垫子 (diànzi) means "cushion," "mat," or "pad." It refers to a soft object placed on a surface for comfort or protection. For example, 椅子的垫子下面 means "under the chair cushion."

    Examples

    • 沙发上的垫子很软，坐着特别舒服。

      Shāfā shàng de diànzi hěn ruǎn, zuò zhe tèbié shūfú.

      The cushion on the sofa is very soft; it's especially comfortable to sit on.

    • 你把那个垫子放在地上，我们可以坐在上面。

      Nǐ bǎ nàge diànzi fàng zài dìshàng, wǒmen kěyǐ zuò zài shàngmiàn.

      Put that cushion on the ground and we can sit on it.

    • 瑜伽垫子忘在健身房了，明天去拿。

      Yújiā diànzi wàng zài jiànshēnfáng le, míngtiān qù ná.

      I left my yoga mat at the gym; I'll go get it tomorrow.

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