Understanding 客机 (kèjī)
客机 specifically refers to a passenger airplane, the type of aircraft designed to carry people rather than cargo. It is a compound of 客 (guest, passenger) and 机 (machine, here meaning airplane).
Usage in Context
客机 is commonly used in news reports, travel conversations, and airport announcements. It often appears with verbs like 抵达 (arrive), 延误 (delay), and 起飞 (take off).
Common Collocations
These collocations are useful for discussing flight schedules and travel plans.
Nuances
客机 emphasizes the passenger aspect of the airplane, distinguishing it from cargo planes (货机). When talking about flights, using 客机 clarifies that the discussion is about commercial passenger flights.
Avoiding Confusion
Do not confuse 客机 with 飞机 (fēijī), which is a more general term for airplane. 客机 is more specific and formal, often used in official or technical contexts.