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书包

shū bāo
个 gè
HSK 3.0 Level 2 Noun Uncommon

Definitions

  1. 1. schoolbag
  2. 2. satchel
  3. 3. bookbag

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Word relationships

Related words

2 items
背包
bēi bāo

knapsack

General term for backpack, can be used for travel, hiking, or casual carry, not specifically for school.
双肩包
shuāng jiān bāo

backpack

Specifically a two-shoulder backpack, often used in contexts like school or outdoor activities.

Usage notes

Common mistakes

Do not confuse 书包 (shūbāo, schoolbag) with 背包 (bēibāo, backpack). 书包 implies a bag used for carrying books and school supplies, while 背包 is a general backpack.

Example Sentences

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这个 书包 很轻。
This backpack is very light.
他放下 书包 ，接着就去打球了。
He put down his schoolbag and then went to play ball.
他背着 书包 去学校。
He carries a schoolbag on his back to school.

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Child Words of 书包

包
bāo

to cover

书
shū

book