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指南针

compass

Character Composition

Characters

Pinyin

zhi3nan2zhen1 • zhǐnánzhēn

Meaning

Primary

compass

Mnemonic

A 指南针 compass is a 指 finger or 针 needle that always points 南 south, letting you know your general direction.

Usage

记得 带 上 一 支 指南针。

Remember to bring a compass.

指南针 是 很 重要 的 导航 工具。

The compass is an important navigation tool.

可靠 的 指南针

reliable compass