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    Expressing 'decoration' with 装饰 (zhuāngshì)

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    Structure

    装饰 + Noun / Verb + 装饰

    Explanation

    装饰 (zhuāngshì) can function as both a noun meaning "decoration" or "ornament" and a verb meaning "to decorate." As a noun, it refers to items used to adorn a space or object. It is commonly used in contexts involving holidays, interior design, and festive preparations.

    Examples

    • 这些圣诞节的装饰真好看！

      Zhèxiē Shèngdànjié de zhuāngshì zhēn hǎokàn!

      These Christmas decorations look really nice!

    • 她花了一整天布置客厅的装饰。

      Tā huā le yì zhěng tiān bùzhì kètīng de zhuāngshì.

      She spent a whole day arranging the living room decorations.

    • 那家店卖各种各样的节日装饰。

      Nà jiā diàn mài gè zhǒng gè yàng de jiérì zhuāngshì.

      That shop sells all kinds of holiday decorations.

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