信封

xìnfēng

envelope

HSK 5

한자 분해

Usage of 信封 (xìn fēng)

信封 specifically refers to an envelope used to hold letters or cards. It is a common noun in everyday life, especially when mailing physical letters or invitations.

Common Collocations

  • 信封 (inside the envelope): used to describe something placed inside the envelope.
  • 信封 (send an envelope): often used when mailing documents or letters.
  • 信封 (red envelope): culturally significant, often used for gifts of money during celebrations.

Notes

When using 信封, it is typical to mention what is inside or the purpose, such as 信封 (the letter inside the envelope). Avoid confusing 信封 with (letter) alone, as refers to the letter itself, while 信封 is the container.

The word is neutral in tone and suitable for formal and informal contexts.

예문

请把信放进信封里,然后寄出去。

Qǐng bǎ xìn fàng jìn xìn fēng lǐ, ránhòu jì chūqù.

Please put the letter into the envelope and then send it out.

这个信封上写着收件人的地址。

Zhège xìn fēng shàng xiězhe shōujiànrén de dìzhǐ.

The recipient's address is written on this envelope.

他用红色的信封装了生日卡片。

Tā yòng hóngsè de xìn fēng zhuāngle shēngrì kǎpiàn.

He put the birthday card in a red envelope.