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锡纸 (xī zhǐ): tinfoil

Meaning & Stroke Order

HSK 7noun

Word info

Pinyin
Meaning
tinfoil
Characters
2
Part of speech
noun
HSK level
HSK 7

Full definitions

Meanings grouped by pronunciation.

  • tinfoil

Chinese explanation

  • 一种很薄的金属纸,通常由锡或铝制成,表面银白色,有光泽,可以弯折。常用来包裹食物、烤肉或烘焙,也可用于包装、保温或制作手工艺品。

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Character breakdown

tin (chemistry)

HSK 3

paper

Example sentences

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I wrapped the fish in tinfoil and then put it in the oven.

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Before baking potatoes, remember to line the baking tray with a layer of tinfoil.

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Mom wrapped the leftovers in tinfoil and put them in the fridge.

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Tinfoil can also be used to wrap food to keep it fresh.

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Please give me a sheet of tinfoil; I want to bake a cake.

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