瓦
tile; earthenware; watt
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesnoun
tile (for roofing); earthenware tile
Refers specifically to roofing tiles used in traditional and modern architecture.
All the tiles on the roof were blown off by the strong wind.
Workers are laying tiles on the new house.
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These ancient tiles have a history of several hundred years.
Most old houses in the countryside have roofs covered with blue tiles.
This new type of cement tile is more durable than traditional earthenware tiles.
adjective
made of baked clay; earthenware
Describes objects made from baked clay or earthenware.
His family has a祖传的瓦盆.
Many ancient earthenware vessels are on display in the museum.
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This earthen jar can be used to store grain.
Grandma likes to use an earthenware pot to make soup.
These earthenware crafts have great artistic value.
noun
surname Wa
neutralRefers to the Chinese surname Wa.
My teacher's surname is Wa.
Mr. Wa is the manager of our company.
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Do you know anyone from the Wa family?
The surname Wa is not very common in China.
Ms. Wa is a famous artist.
measure word
watt (unit of power)
technicalUnit of power in physics, equivalent to one joule per second.
The power of this light bulb is 60 watts.
The power of this resistor is 5 watts.
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We need a 100-watt power adapter.
The power of this air conditioner is 1500 watts.
One kilowatt equals 1000 watts.