戴上帽子
dài shàng màozi
Put on your hat
戴上帽子 (dài shàng mào zi) means to put on a hat or to wear a hat. It is commonly used when telling someone to wear a hat or describing the action of wearing one.
What does 戴上帽子 (dài shàng màozi) mean?
戴上帽子 (dài shàng màozi) means “put on your hat” in English. Word for word, it breaks down as “wear on hat.”
When to use it
Neutral and appropriate for everyday use. It's a direct instruction or description. When asking someone to put on a hat, you might add 请 (qǐng) for politeness.
How to pronounce it
Sounds like “DAI SHAHNG MAO-dzuh.” 戴, 上 and 帽 all fall sharply (fourth tone), and 子 is light.
Other ways to say it
- 戴眼镜dài yǎnjìngwear glasses
- 戴手套dài shǒutàowear gloves
- 穿衣服chuān yīfuwear clothes
Examples
天气冷，戴上帽子吧。
tiānqì lěng, dài shàng màozi ba.
It's cold, put on your hat.
他喜欢戴上帽子出门。
tā xǐhuan dài shàng màozi chūmén.
He likes to wear a hat when going out.
出门前别忘了戴上帽子。
chūmén qián bié wàngle dài shàng màozi.
Don't forget to put on your hat before going out.
Pro tip: Remember that 戴 (dài) is used for accessories like hats, glasses, and gloves, while 穿 (chuān) is used for clothing and shoes.
Related phrases
穿衣服 · Get dressed穿鞋 · Put on your shoes外面很冷 · It's cold outside
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