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March 24, 2026
电池(電池)diànchí(dian4chi2)
电池 (diànchí) refers to a battery, which is a device that stores electrical energy for use in various electronic devices. It is commonly used in everyday items such as remote controls, mobile phones, and laptops, and can come in various shapes and sizes, including rechargeable types.
Frequency#3978DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In modern Chinese life, the prevalence of mobile technology means that knowledge of batteries and their types is essential for daily living. The rise of electric vehicles in China also highlights the importance of 电池 in conversations about sustainable energy.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'power' (电) source that 'charges' (池) your devices. The character 电 represents electricity, while 池 suggests a pool or store of energy. Picture a pool of electric energy that powers your gadgets!
Meanings of 电池
diànchí(dian4chi2)
1battery
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About 电池
电池Simplified
電池Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#3978Frequency Rank
节Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRB2
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充电器 (chōngdiànqì) - a charger is used to replenish the energy of a battery, while 电池 refers specifically to the energy storage device itself.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'power' (电) source that 'charges' (池) your devices. The character 电 represents electricity, while 池 suggests a pool or store of energy. Picture a pool of electric energy that powers your gadgets!
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 电池 with other energy-related terms, so it's important to remember that 电池 specifically means 'battery.' It’s used in both formal and informal contexts, and collocations include 电池寿命 (battery life) and 充电电池 (rechargeable battery). Be mindful of the second tone in '池' which is often mispronounced.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 电池 connects to other vocabulary related to technology and energy. Students should focus on using it in context with phrases like 充电 (to charge) and 能量 (energy) to enhance their understanding and usage.
Cultural Note
In modern Chinese life, the prevalence of mobile technology means that knowledge of batteries and their types is essential for daily living. The rise of electric vehicles in China also highlights the importance of 电池 in conversations about sustainable energy.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is to confuse 电池 with 电源 (power source), which refers to the source of electricity rather than the storage device. For example, saying '我需要电源' (I need a power source) when you actually mean '我需要电池' (I need a battery) can lead to misunderstandings.
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Grammar Patterns of 电池
电池 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
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这些____的寿命为6小时。
The batteries had a life span of six hours.
Example Sentences for 电池 (9)
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1
这些电池的寿命为6小时。
zhè xiē diàn chí de shòu mìng wéi6 6 xiǎo。
The batteries had a life span of six hours.
2
他在用你家里的电源给他的车载蓄电池充电。
tā zài yòng nǐ jiā lǐ de diàn yuán gěi tā de chē zǎi xù diàn chí chōng diàn。
He is using your mains electricity to recharge his car battery.
Use the crocodile clips to attach the cables to the battery.
8
测量电池是由绝缘的银阴极组成的.
cè liáng diàn chí shì yóu jué yuán de yín yīn jí zǔ chéng de.
The measuring cell consists of an insulated silver cathode.
9
他的汽车电池没电了，我开车出去帮他用跨接引线发动汽车。
tā de qì chē diàn chí méi diàn le， ， wǒ kāi chē chū qù bāng tā yòng kuà jiē yǐn xiàn fā dòng qì。
I drove out to give him a jump start because his battery was dead.
Cultural Notes for 电池
🏮Cultural insight
In modern Chinese life, the prevalence of mobile technology means that knowledge of batteries and their types is essential for daily living. The rise of electric vehicles in China also highlights the importance of 电池 in conversations about sustainable energy.
Frequently Asked Questions about 电池
电池 (battery) stores energy, while 充电器 (charger) is the device used to recharge a battery.
Yes, but be aware that in specific contexts, you may need to specify the type, such as '可充电电池' for rechargeable batteries.
Remember that 电 (diàn) has a falling tone, and 池 (chí) has a rising tone, so practice saying them together as 'diànchí'.
