dǎ​kāi HSK1

to open

打开 打開 dǎ//kāi
to open verb + particle
To open, unfold, or uncover something by pushing, pulling, or unfastening it; used for doors, windows, books, or parcels.

Tell your boyfriend to open the door.

I can't open this letter.

to turn on verb + particle
To turn or switch on a device, such as a faucet, light, or appliance.

Go upstairs and turn on all the lights.

to expand verb + particle
To break a deadlock, broaden one's thinking, or open up a new situation.
to show
To show or present something for inspection, such as a ticket

Frequency

Movie subtitles
148.7 per million appears in 40% of films
Written text
76.0 per million

Details

HSK 3.0
Level 1

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