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- 万能
万能
wàn néng
Meaning
- all-purpose
- universal
- omnipotent
Definition
无所不能；什么都能做。
omnipotent; all-purpose; versatile.
Usage
常用来形容工具或材料具有多种用途，或形容人能力很强，可以应对各种情况。
Often used to describe tools or materials with multiple uses, or to describe a person who is very capable and can handle various situations.
Examples
- 1 这把万能钥匙能打开所有门。 (This master key can open all doors.)
- 2 万能胶可以粘合多种材料。 (All-purpose adhesive can bond many materials.)
- 3 他简直是万能选手，什么项目都能拿第一。 (He is like an all-round athlete, can win first place in any event.)
- 4 这台万能打印机可以处理不同尺寸的纸张。 (This all-in-one printer can handle different paper sizes.)
- 5 别指望我万能，有些事情我也做不了。 (Don't expect me to be omnipotent, there are things I can't do.)
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