🇨🇳 How to say

“use” in Chinese

用yòng
Illustration of "use" in a Chinese cultural setting
A person standing in a bright kitchen, using a blue toothbrush to clean their teeth over the sink. On the counter nearby, a smartphone shows a timer counting down two minutes.

Usage note

It’s a very common and practical verb—you’ll use it to talk about using tools, devices, or methods. It often comes before the object you’re using, just like in English.

Examples

  • 我用筷子吃饭。

    I use chopsticks to eat.

  • 妈妈用电脑工作。

    Mom uses the computer to work.

  • 他用手机听音乐。

    He uses his phone to listen to music.

Quick check

What does "用" mean?

  • A. use
  • B. play
  • C. want
  • D. find

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