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粘贴
zhān tiē
paste
请把这段文字粘贴到文档里。
Please paste this text into the document.
Technology
technical
To transfer copied digital content (text, image, etc.) from a clipboard into a document or application.
复制这段代码，然后粘贴到编辑器里。
Copy this code and then paste it into the editor.
你可以直接粘贴图片到聊天窗口。
You can directly paste images into the chat window.
Commonly used in computing contexts, especially in software interfaces (e.g., Ctrl+V shortcut).
general
To stick or adhere something to a surface using glue or adhesive.
用胶水把纸粘贴在墙上。
Stick the paper to the wall with glue.
Less common in modern usage compared to the digital meaning.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Digital vs. Physical Context
Remember that '粘贴' can refer to both digital actions (pasting text/images) and physical actions (sticking with glue). Pay attention to the context to determine which meaning is intended.
Gold Rule
Shortcut Mastery
In computing, '粘贴' is most commonly associated with the Ctrl+V (Windows/Linux) or Command+V (Mac) keyboard shortcut. Practice using this shortcut to improve workflow efficiency.
Word Origin
粘 (zhān) means 'to stick' or 'to adhere', and 贴 (tiē) means 'to paste' or 'to stick to'. The compound word combines these two actions into one term, reflecting the dual nature of the action (adhering content digitally or physically).
Usage Notes
In digital contexts, '粘贴' is often paired with '复制' (copy) as part of the standard '复制粘贴' (copy-paste) workflow. In physical contexts, it describes adhering objects with glue.
Word Breakdown
粘
to stick or adhere
root贴
to paste or stick to
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