Two in counting and order
二 + numberunit
Use 二 (èr) for the number two in counting, dates, and ordinal positions like second.
二 (èr): Two — Stroke Order & Writing Guide
HSK 2.0Level 1
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Use 二 (èr) for the number two in counting, dates, and ordinal positions like second.
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Real-world example sentences demonstrating how 二 is used in context
two in larger numbers
second in order
two in dates
indirectly acquired
one after another / in quick succession
February is usually the coldest month of winter.
I bought a second-hand bicycle online.
I have two apples.
My office is on the second floor, near the stairs.
There are two tables in this room.
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