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March 24, 2026
微波炉(微波爐)wēibōlú(wei1bo1lu2)
微波炉 (wēi bō lú) refers to a microwave oven, an appliance used for cooking or reheating food by using electromagnetic radiation in the microwave frequency range. It is widely used in modern kitchens for its convenience and speed in food preparation.
Frequency#8055DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, the microwave oven is a staple in many households, often used for quick meals or reheating leftovers, reflecting the fast-paced lifestyle of urban dwellers.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tiny wave (微波, wēi bō) inside a cozy oven (炉, lú) dancing around to heat your food quickly. The '微' (small) suggests something subtle like a microwave wave, while '炉' (oven) anchors it to the cooking context.
Meanings of 微波炉
wēibōlú(wei1bo1lu2)
1microwave oven
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About 微波炉
微波炉Simplified
微波爐Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
台Measure Word
HSK 3.0L7IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tiny wave (微波, wēi bō) inside a cozy oven (炉, lú) dancing around to heat your food quickly. The '微' (small) suggests something subtle like a microwave wave, while '炉' (oven) anchors it to the cooking context.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 微波炉 with traditional ovens; the latter uses different cooking methods. This term is informal and commonly used in daily conversation. A common collocation is '加热微波炉' (heat in the microwave).
HSK Study Tips
Although 微波炉 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it's useful for practical language skills at HSK 3 or 4. Focus on related kitchen vocabulary and cooking verbs to enhance contextual understanding.
Cultural Note
In China, the microwave oven is a staple in many households, often used for quick meals or reheating leftovers, reflecting the fast-paced lifestyle of urban dwellers.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly write 微波炉 as 微波，而炉 (wēi bō, ér lú), mixing up the components. The correct term is a single word: 微波炉.
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Cultural Notes for 微波炉
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In China, the microwave oven is a staple in many households, often used for quick meals or reheating leftovers, reflecting the fast-paced lifestyle of urban dwellers.
Frequently Asked Questions about 微波炉
You say '微波炉' (wēi bō lú) in Chinese.
While it's common in many urban households, some rural areas may rely more on traditional cooking methods.
You can reheat, defrost, and cook a variety of foods, but it may not be suitable for all cooking methods.
