备用

This is the 4217th most frequent Chinese word.

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备用

"备用" means "reserve" or "backup."


The word "备用" is used as an adjective here, meaning "spare" or "back-up," to describe the keys.

请将这些备用钥匙放在安全的地方。

Please place these spare keys in a safe location.


"备用" functions as an adjective meaning "backup" or "reserved," applied to the power source.

为了避免断电,请准备备用电源。

To avoid losing power, please prepare a backup power source.


Here, "备用" describes the plan as being prepared and kept as a contingency or alternative.

我们需要准备一份备用计划,以应对意外情况。

We need to prepare a contingency plan to handle unexpected situations.