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friction in Chinese

friction in Chinese is 不和 — friction means the resistance created when one surface rubs against another.

friction in Chinese

不和
noun
Pronounced: bù hé
The rubbing of one object or surface against another.

What does "friction" mean?

  1. noun The resistance created when one surface rubs against another.
    "Oil reduces friction between the moving parts of the engine."
  2. noun Disagreement or tension between people with different views.
    "There was noticeable friction between the two departments over budget cuts."
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friction in a sentence

  • Oil reduces friction between the moving parts of the engine.
  • Rub your hands together quickly and the friction will make them warm.
  • There was noticeable friction between the two departments over budget cuts.
  • Constant friction between the neighbours made the shared garden an unhappy place.

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What is "friction" in Chinese?
"friction" in Chinese is 不和. friction means: The resistance created when one surface rubs against another.
How do you pronounce 不和?
"friction" in Chinese is 不和, pronounced "bù hé".
How do you use "friction" in a sentence?
Example: "Oil reduces friction between the moving parts of the engine." In Chinese, "friction" is 不和.
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