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制作

zhìzuò

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pinyin
zhìzuò
simplified
制作
traditional
製作

1 · verb

To create something by combining or shaping materials.

把材料组合或加工成某物。

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We can make a small paper lantern.

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我们可以制作一个小纸灯笼。

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make — To create something by combining or shaping materials.