本息
root; origin; capital
Meanings
5 senses · 12 examplesnoun
fundamental; basis; origin
Often used in abstract terms to refer to the origin or foundation of something.
Frugality is my nature.
The original intention of this matter was good.
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He forgot his roots and became arrogant.
noun
book; volume; edition
Refers to physical books or specific editions.
I bought a new book.
This is the hardcover edition of that book.
classifier
classifier for books, periodicals, etc.
Used before nouns like 书, 杂志, 字典.
I borrowed three books.
He has written several diaries.
adjective
this; current; present
Used to refer to the current time, place, or entity itself.
He will go to Beijing this month.
This company was founded in 1990.
noun
principal; capital (in finance)
technicalRefers to the original sum of money invested or borrowed.
He invested a principal of one hundred thousand yuan.
This business venture even lost the principal.
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Repaying the principal and interest is his responsibility.