In Mandarin, measure words are really important when you count things.

Here are some common measure words you might use:

1. 个 (gè): This is a general word for many items.

   • Example: 一个苹果 (yī gè píngguǒ) means "one apple."

2. 本 (běn): This word is used for books.

   • Example: 一本书 (yī běn shū) means "one book."

3. 张 (zhāng): You use this for flat objects.

   • Example: 一张纸 (yī zhāng zhǐ) means "one sheet of paper."

4. 只 (zhī): This one is for animals or one part of a pair.

   • Example: 一只狗 (yī zhī gǒu) means "one dog."

To get better at using these words, try making your own sentences with them.

You can also play pretend games to help you remember how to use them!