This is the 1502nd most frequent Chinese word.

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Bowl.


Here, "碗" is used as a noun referring to the actual object — bowls.

我买了两个碗。

I bought two bowls.


In this sentence, "碗" serves as a measure word specifying the portion — a bowlful of rice.

请给我一碗饭。

Please give me a bowl of rice.


Here, "碗" is again a noun, referring to the bowl being mentioned.

她把碗摔在了地上。

She dropped the bowl onto the ground.