量词
Measure word for “coin” in Chinese
The measure word for coin in Chinese is 笔 (bǐ): 一笔钱 (yì bǐ qián) means "one coin".
- 两笔钱liǎng bǐ qiántwo coins
- 这笔钱zhè bǐ qiánthis coin
- 那几笔钱nà jǐ bǐ qiánthose few coins
Coin is 钱 (qián), an HSK 1 word.
Common questions
What is the measure word for coin in Chinese?
The measure word for coin in Chinese is 笔 (bǐ): 一笔钱 (yì bǐ qián) means "one coin".
Can I use 个 for 钱?
People will understand 一个钱, but 一笔钱 is the correct form and what exams expect.