primer in Chinese
primer in Chinese is 引物, 字母表 — primer means a short introductory book or guide covering the basics of a subject.
primer in Chinese
引物
Pronounced: yǐn wù
(biochemistry, genetics) A molecule which initiates the synthesis of an enzyme, (especially) a single-stranded nucleic acid molecule which initiates DNA replication.
字母表
Pronounced: zì mǔ biǎo
A children's book intended to teach literacy: how to read, write, and spell.
What does "primer" mean?
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noun A short introductory book or guide covering the basics of a subject.
"The manual includes a primer on basic electronics."
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noun A substance applied as a base coat before paint, to help it stick and look even.
"Apply a coat of primer before painting over the stain."
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noun A device or charge used to set off an explosive.
"The primer ignites the main charge in the cartridge."
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primer in a sentence
- The manual includes a primer on basic electronics.
- Apply a coat of primer before painting over the stain.
- The primer ignites the main charge in the cartridge.
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What is "primer" in Chinese?
"primer" in Chinese is 引物, 字母表. primer means: A short introductory book or guide covering the basics of a subject.
How do you pronounce 引物?
"primer" in Chinese is 引物, pronounced "yǐn wù".
How do you use "primer" in a sentence?
Example: "The manual includes a primer on basic electronics." In Chinese, "primer" is 引物, 字母表.
Are there other ways to say "primer" in Chinese?
Yes — Chinese has 2 translations listed for "primer": 引物, 字母表.
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