Comparing "dai" and "dai"
带 and 戴 both are verbs that can be easily confused because both are pronounced “dài” (fourth tone). While both can be used in informal/formal situations, their meanings are very different as 带 means to bring or carry along, whereas 戴 means to wear.
| 带 (dài) | 戴 (dài) | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | to bring, to take, to carry along | to wear (an accessory) |
| Part of Speech | verb | verb |
| Formality | informal | flexible |
Contents
To say to bring or carry along use 带。
Common Phrases
In the following examples only 带 can be used.
- ～钱
- ～手机
- ～词典
- ～照相机
To say to wear use 戴
Common Phrases
- 戴眼镜
- 戴手套
- 戴帽子
- 戴手表
- 戴口罩
- 戴戒指
- 戴项链
- 戴领带
- 戴耳机
- 戴耳环
- 戴手表
