1. "Spell" as in a magical incantation:
* 咒语 (zhòuyǔ): This is the most common and direct translation for "spell" in this context.
2. "Spell" as in a sequence of letters forming a word:
* 拼写 (pīnxiě): This means "to spell" in the sense of forming letters into a word.
* 拼读 (pīndú): This means "to spell out" or "to sound out" letters.
3. "Spell" as in a period of time:
* 一段时间 (yīduàn shíjiān): This means "a period of time." You would use this in a sentence like, "I'll be gone for a spell."
4. "Spell" as in to cast a spell (verb):
* 施魔法 (shī mófǎ): This means "to cast a spell."
5. "Spell" as in a magical influence (noun):
* 魔法 (mófǎ): This means "magic" or "spell" in the sense of a magical influence.
The best translation for "spell" will depend on the specific context in which you are using the word.