This is the 1502nd most frequent Chinese word.
碗
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.