Meaning
印刷品 refers to any material that has been printed, including books, magazines, newspapers, brochures, flyers, and other publications. It's a general term used in both everyday and formal contexts to describe physical items produced through printing processes.
Usage
Commonly used in postal services (printed matter mail rate is cheaper), libraries, publishing industry, and customs declarations. Often appears in formal or bureaucratic contexts when categorizing types of materials. Native speakers use this term when distinguishing printed materials from handwritten documents or digital content.
Examples
- 01邮局寄印刷品的费用比较便宜。.The cost of mailing printed matter at the post office is relatively cheap.
- 02这些印刷品包括宣传册、海报和名片。, .These printed materials include brochures, posters, and business cards.
Characters
Measure words
- 份一份印刷品
- 批一批印刷品
- 种几种印刷品
Common collocations
- 印刷品邮件printed matter mail
- 各类印刷品various printed materials
- 免费印刷品free printed materials
Antonyms
Origin
The word combines 印刷 (printing) with 品 (product/item), literally meaning 'printed products.' The term became standardized as printing technology spread in China during the modern era.