家用

jiāyòng

home-use

HSK 7

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"家用" (jiāyòng) refers to items or appliances intended for use within a household. It is commonly used to describe products designed for domestic purposes rather than commercial or industrial use.

Common Contexts

You will often see "家用" paired with nouns like "电器" (appliances), "清洁用品" (cleaning supplies), or "设备" (equipment), emphasizing their suitability for home environments.

Collocations

  • 家用电器: household appliances, used to describe electrical devices for home use.
  • 家用清洁用品: household cleaning products, items used for cleaning at home.
  • 家用设备: home equipment, tools or devices intended for domestic use.

Usage Notes

When using "家用," it highlights the intended setting of the item, often implying convenience, safety, and appropriateness for family life. It contrasts with commercial or industrial products. Avoid confusing it with "商用" (commercial use).

Summary

"家用" is a practical term to specify that something is designed for home use, frequently seen in product descriptions and everyday conversations about household items.

Example Sentences

这台洗衣机是家用的,适合普通家庭使用。

Zhè tái xǐyījī shì jiāyòng de, shìhé pǔtōng jiātíng shǐyòng.

This washing machine is for home use, suitable for ordinary families.

家用电器的质量直接影响生活质量。

Jiāyòng diànqì de zhìliàng zhíjiē yǐngxiǎng shēnghuó zhìliàng.

The quality of household appliances directly affects the quality of life.

他买了一些家用清洁用品来打扫房子。

Tā mǎile yīxiē jiāyòng qīngjié yòngpǐn lái dǎsǎo fángzi.

He bought some household cleaning supplies to clean the house.