包间

包間

bāojiān

noun #28,479

Measure Word

一个包间 gè

Meanings

1 private room (in a restaurant, karaoke venue, or train)
2 booth; compartment; parlor

Characters

to wrap; to reserve exclusively

Examples

我们订了一个包间，方便聚会说话。

Wǒmen dìng le yī ge bāojiān, fāngbiàn jùhuì shuōhuà.

We booked a private room so we could chat during the gathering.

这家餐厅有很多包间，适合商务宴请。

Zhè jiā cāntīng yǒu hěn duō bāojiān, shìhé shāngwù yànqǐng.

This restaurant has many private rooms, suitable for business entertaining.

Tips

culture

Private rooms (包间) are extremely common in Chinese restaurants and KTV (karaoke) venues, reflecting the cultural importance of privacy and face during meals and entertainment.

Stroke Order

包 bāo

间 jiān