Dictionary
English - Chinese
Book
bʊk
Extremely common
200 - 300
200 - 300
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
书 (shū), 预订 (yùdìng), 簿 (bù), 书籍 (shūjí)
Book meanings in Chinese
书 (shū)
Example:
I borrowed a book from the library.
我从图书馆借了一本书。
She is reading a fascinating book about history.
她正在读一本关于历史的迷人书籍。
Usage: formal/informalContext: General contexts when referring to physical or digital texts.
Note: This is the most common meaning of 'book', referring to a collection of written or printed pages bound together.
预订 (yùdìng)
Example:
I need to book a table at that restaurant.
我需要在那家餐厅预订一个桌子。
Did you book your flight yet?
你预订航班了吗？
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in contexts where reservations or appointments are being made.
Note: This meaning relates to making a reservation for services such as hotels, restaurants, or travel.
簿 (bù)
Example:
He keeps a notebook for his ideas.
他为他的想法保留一本笔记本。
She used a ledger book to track her expenses.
她用一本账本来记录她的开支。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when referring to specific types of books like ledgers, notebooks, or record books.
Note: This meaning emphasizes specific types of books that serve particular functions, such as note-taking or record-keeping.
书籍 (shūjí)
Example:
The library has a large collection of books.
这个图书馆有一个大型的书籍收藏。
Many books were published last year.
去年出版了很多书籍。
Usage: formalContext: Used in academic or literary contexts when discussing books as a medium.
Note: This term is often used in formal writing or discussions about literature and publications.
Book's synonyms
novel
A novel is a fictional book that tells a story.
Example: I just finished reading a fascinating novel.
Note: A novel specifically refers to a work of fiction, while a book can encompass various genres and forms of writing.
publication
A publication refers to any printed work made available to the public.
Example: Her latest publication explores the intersection of art and technology.
Note: While a book is a type of publication, the term 'publication' is more general and can include magazines, journals, newspapers, etc.
volume
A volume is a single book in a series or set of books.
Example: The library has an extensive collection of historical volumes.
Note: A volume specifically refers to a single book within a larger set or series, whereas 'book' can stand alone or be part of a series.
text
A text is any written work, usually academic or literary in nature.
Example: The professor assigned several texts for the course readings.
Note: While a book is a type of text, the term 'text' is broader and can include articles, essays, and other written materials.
Book expressions, common phrases
Hit the books
To study or to start studying intensively.
Example: I need to hit the books if I want to pass my exams.
Note: The phrase 'hit the books' emphasizes the action of studying rather than just reading a book.
Close the book on
To conclude or finish something definitively.
Example: The investigation has finally closed the book on the case.
Note: It signifies ending or resolving a matter, rather than just closing a physical book.
By the book
To do something strictly according to the rules or guidelines.
Example: He always follows the rules strictly, he is very by the book.
Note: It implies following rules or procedures, not just reading from a book.
Throw the book at
To impose the maximum punishment or penalty on someone.
Example: The judge decided to throw the book at the criminal for his actions.
Note: It means punishing severely, not literally throwing a physical book.
In someone's good books
To be in someone's favor or to have someone's approval.
Example: After helping her out, I think I'm in my boss's good books now.
Note: It suggests being in favor with someone, not physically inside a book.
Read between the lines
To understand the hidden meaning or implication in a situation.
Example: She didn't say it directly, but I think she meant for us to read between the lines.
Note: It refers to interpreting hidden meanings, not literal reading from a book.
A closed book
Something that is completely unknown or incomprehensible to someone.
Example: Physics is a closed book to me; I just can't understand it.
Note: It signifies lack of understanding, not just a physical book being closed.
Don't judge a book by its cover
To not form an opinion about someone or something based solely on appearances.
Example: She may seem quiet, but don't judge a book by its cover; she's actually very funny.
Note: It advises against hasty judgments based on appearance, not about the physical book itself.
In one's book
To be regarded favorably by someone.
Example: He's a loyal friend; he's definitely in my book.
Note: It refers to being in someone's favor or opinion, not about a physical book.
Book everyday (slang) expressions
Bookworm
A person who enjoys reading books and spends a lot of time doing so.
Example: She's such a bookworm, always reading in her spare time.
Note: The original word 'book' refers to a physical object, while 'bookworm' refers to a person who loves reading books.
Booked Solid
Completely busy or fully scheduled.
Example: Sorry, I can't meet you for coffee tonight, I'm booked solid with work.
Note: The slang term 'booked solid' emphasizes being fully busy or having no available time slots, whereas 'booked' alone could refer to any level of scheduling.
Cook the Books
To manipulate financial records, typically to show false or inflated profits.
Example: The company was caught cooking the books to show higher profits.
Note: The slang 'cook the books' has a negative connotation related to financial fraud, while the original term 'books' refers to records or accounts.
Take a leaf out of someone's book
To imitate someone's behavior or actions in a positive way.
Example: You should take a leaf out of her book and start volunteering more.
Note: The original term 'book' refers to a written work, while this slang term refers to a source of inspiration or example to follow.
Book it
To move quickly or hurry.
Example: We need to book it if we want to catch the last train.
Note: The slang term 'book it' implies moving rapidly or making haste, unlike the original term 'book' referring to a written or printed work.
In my book
According to one's personal opinion or judgment.
Example: That's a great idea, definitely a winner in my book!
Note: This slang term 'in my book' is used to express personal approval or endorsement, while the original term 'book' refers to a written work for reading.
Book - Examples
könyv
书
jegyzetfüzet
笔记本
foglalás
预订
Book grammar
Book - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: book
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): books
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): book
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): booked
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): booking
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): books
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): book
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): book
Syllables, Separation and Stress
book Contains 1 syllables: book
Phonetic transcription: ˈbu̇k
book , ˈbu̇k (The red syllable is stressed)
Book - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
book: 200 - 300 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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