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wǎn

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1 · noun

A round, deep container used for food.

盛食物的圆形深容器。

A bowl of rice names a serving; 一个碗 names the container.

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Put the empty bowl beside the plate.

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把空碗放在盘子旁边。

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bowl — A round, deep container used for food.