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“nose” in Chinese

鼻子bízi
Illustration of "nose" in a Chinese cultural setting
A young child gently touches his own nose with a curious finger, while a friendly cartoon dog sniffs a bright red flower with its wet, black nose.

Usage note

鼻子 is a very common word for 'nose', used in all situations just like in English. You can use it to describe people, animals, or talk about smells and colds.

Examples

  • 我的鼻子有点痒。

    My nose is a little itchy.

  • 他有一个高高的鼻子。

    He has a tall nose.

  • 我感冒了，鼻子不通。

    I have a cold; my nose is stuffy.

Quick check

What does "鼻子" mean?

  • A. nose
  • B. baggage
  • C. book
  • D. person

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