抱

HSK 4

bào

to hug; hold

Alternative translations

étreindre
serrer dans ses bras
enlacer
chérir
entourer

Explanation

to carry (in one's arms); to hug; to embrace; to surround; to cherish; (coll.) (of clothes) to fit nicely

Examples

抱着孩子

bào zhe háizi

Holding the child in his arms

抱怨

bào yuàn

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