Today’s word of the day is 过 (guò) which means to pass. Let’s practice by making different words, phrases, and sentences with 过 (guò).
过敏 (guò mǐn) Allergy
The first word is 过敏 (guò mǐn) which means allergy. Let’s look at each character of this word, 过means to pass and 敏 (mǐn) means sensitive. A way of using it in a sentence is 我经常皮肤过敏。(Wǒ jīngcháng pífū guòmǐn.) I often have skin allergies.
过分 (guò fèn) Excessive
Another word we can create with 过 (guò) is 过分 (guò fèn). This means excessive. A way of using it in a sentence is 他太过分了。 (Tā tài guòfènle.) He is too excessive.
过期 (guò qī) Expired
Finally, we can create the word 过期 (guò qī) which means expired. One common question is 面包过期一天能吃吗? (Miànbāo guòqī yītiān néng chī ma?) Can I eat bread one day after the expiration date?