jiā

Translation

  • to add
  • plus
  • (used after an adverb such as 不, 大, 稍
  • etc, and before a disyllabic verb, to indicate that the action of the verb is applied to sth or sb previously mentioned)
  • to apply (restrictions etc) to (sb)
  • to give (support, consideration etc) to (sth)

Synonyms

Examples

  • 一万五千再五角,起来就是一万五千零五角。
    Ten thousand plus five thousand and five cents make fifteen thousand and five cents.
  • 他参了奥运会。
    He took part in the Olympic Games.
  • 点盐好吗?
    How about adding a little bit more salt?
  • 你参社团活动吗?
    Do you take part in any community activities?
  • 点牛奶。
    Add a little milk.
  • 他参摄影社。
    He belongs to the camera club.
  • 他想参比赛。
    He would like to take part in the competition.
  • 我可以参吗?
    May I join you?
  • 司机了速。
    The driver increased his speed.
  • 火车速了。
    The train gathered speed.
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