Meaning and Usage
"金子" primarily means "gold" as a precious metal or gold nugget. It is often used in contexts related to jewelry, wealth, or valuable materials. Additionally, "金子" can be a proper noun, such as a surname or a given name in Chinese-speaking communities.
Common Collocations
- 金子 纯度 (jīnzi chún dù): purity of gold, used when discussing quality.
- 金子 藏 (jīnzi cáng): to hide gold, common in stories or security contexts.
- 金子 老师 (Jīnzi lǎoshī): a personal name with the title "teacher".
Usage Notes
When used as a noun for gold, "金子" often appears with measure words like "块" (piece) or "条" (strip). As a name, it is capitalized and used like any proper noun. Avoid confusing "金子" with "金币" (gold coin) or "黄金" (gold in general), which have slightly different nuances.
Register and Tone
"金子" is neutral in tone and appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. When referring to a person named "金子," it is polite to use appropriate titles.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse "金子" (gold) with "金子" as a name; context usually clarifies meaning. Also, "金子" is different from "金属" (metal) which is broader in meaning.