🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

指南书

Pronunciation / Transliteration: zhǐnán shū

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Guidebook/ˈɡaɪd.bʊk/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"我买了一本指南书来探索这座城市。"

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A book that provides information and advice about a particular subject, especially for travelers.

    "I bought a guidebook to help me navigate the city during my vacation."
  2. 2

    A book that offers detailed descriptions and recommendations for specific locations or activities.

    "The hiking guidebook includes maps and tips for the best trails."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'guidebook' is a compound word formed from 'guide', which comes from the Old French 'guider', meaning to lead or direct, and 'book', derived from the Old English 'bōc', meaning a written work. The combination reflects the historical evolution of written materials designed to assist travelers and learners.

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