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gè
个
👤Essential
Meaning
The universal classifier. Used for people and most general objects when no specific measure word applies.
💡 Memory Tip
When in doubt, use 个! It's the safest choice and native speakers will understand you.
Examples
三个人
sān gè rén
three people
一个苹果
yī gè píng guǒ
one apple
两个问题
liǎng gè wèn tí
two questions
Common Nouns Used With
人rénperson
苹果píng guǒapple
问题wèn tíquestion / problem
杯子bēi zicup
星期xīng qīweek / day of week
想法xiǎng fǎidea / thought
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