n.
table; desk
桌子
Table, the gathering surface for food, tea, bowls, and shared humanity.
桌 (table) + 子 (noun suffix). The place where Dazhong sits and where hot noodles are placed.
Common Usage & Traps
- 坐在桌子前 — sitting by the table
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一张桌（日常口语中）一张桌子Always include the suffix 子 in daily speech.
Why does Chinese add 子 to everyday objects like 桌子 and 椅子?
子 is a phonological noun suffix turning single-syllable roots into balanced two-syllable spoken words.
Spoken Chinese loves balanced two-beat natural spoken rhythm. Saying 桌子 sounds natural, whereas bare 桌 is archaic.
Appears in Stories 4 stories
Real context sentences across different daily scenarios and graded readings.
In this warm dialogue, a parent introduces their family at a restaurant. A teacher gently corrects common mistakes about family words and names, making it perfect for HSK 2 learners.
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那是我的爱人，那张 桌子 ，右边那个。
This heartwarming story reveals the quiet devotion of a father. As you read, notice the repeated actions and how a simple cup of tea becomes meaningful.
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老先生天天都坐在七号 桌子 前。
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一天晚上，大中去七号 桌子 前。
Follow Dazhong, a busy worker in China, as he finds warmth and kindness at a small noodle shop. Practice everyday words for food, weather, and expressing gratitude.
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大中到饭店前，看见老先生一个人坐在 桌子 前，在看外边。
This is a short dialogue about a shopping trip. A woman buys many things, including food, drinks, furniture, and pet food, while her boyfriend reminds her not to overspend.
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你喜欢的那个 桌子 和椅子，我也买了。”
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我：“上个星期天，你说你喜欢他们的那个 桌子 和那个电脑椅。
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