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    Referring to a shelf with 架子 (jiàzi)

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    Explanation

    架子 (jiàzi) is a noun meaning "shelf," "rack," or "frame." It refers to a structure used for storing or displaying items, and commonly appears in descriptions of shops, rooms, or storage areas.

    Examples

    • 书店的架子上摆满了各种各样的书。

      Shūdiàn de jiàzi shàng bǎimǎn le gèzhǒng gèyàng de shū.

      The shelves in the bookstore are filled with all kinds of books.

    • 请你帮我把这个箱子放到架子上。

      Qǐng nǐ bāng wǒ bǎ zhège xiāngzi fàng dào jiàzi shàng.

      Please help me put this box on the shelf.

    • 厨房的架子上放着调料和杯子。

      Chúfáng de jiàzi shàng fàngzhe tiáoliào hé bēizi.

      There are seasonings and cups on the kitchen shelf.

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