Meaning
邮票 refers to the small adhesive label issued by postal authorities that you affix to letters or packages to show that postage has been paid. In modern China, while email and electronic communication dominate, 邮票 remain important for official mail, packages, and are also collected as a hobby.
Usage
Used in contexts involving postal services and mail. Stamp collecting (集邮 jí yóu) is a popular hobby in China, and commemorative stamps are frequently issued for important events. In everyday conversation, 邮票 most often comes up when discussing sending letters or packages through the post office.
Examples
- 01请问，寄国际信需要贴多少钱的邮票？, ?Excuse me, how much postage do I need for an international letter?
- 02我爷爷收藏了很多珍贵的邮票。.My grandfather has collected many valuable stamps.
Characters
Measure words
- 张一张邮票
- 枚三枚邮票
Common collocations
- 贴邮票to affix a stamp
- 买邮票to buy stamps
- 纪念邮票commemorative stamp
- 集邮票to collect stamps
Origin
The word combines 邮 (mail/post) with 票 (ticket/certificate), literally meaning 'mail ticket' or 'postal certificate.' The character 票 originally depicted a fire signal or marker, later extending to mean various types of certificates and tickets.