备用

bèi yòng

HSK 3.0 Level 6 Verb Uncommon

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Definitions

1. reserve
2. spare
3. alternate
4. backup

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Word relationships

Synonyms

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• 储备 chǔ bèi 储备 chǔ bèi reserves 储备资源 means to reserve resources: reserves

Usage notes

Collocations

常用搭配: 备用方案 (backup plan), 备用电源 (backup power supply).

Common mistakes

备用 is an adjective or verb meaning 'reserve', not a noun. Don't say '一个备用'; use 一个备用零件.

Example Sentences

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请准备一份 备用 方案。

Please prepare a backup plan.

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Words Containing 备用

• 备用二级头呼吸器 备用二级头呼吸器 bèi yòng èr jí tóu hū xī qì: backup regulator
• 备用环 备用环 bèi yòng huán: backup ring

Child Words of 备用

• 用 用 yòng: to use
• 备 备 bèi: (bound form) to prepare; to equip