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March 24, 2026
女人()nǚrén(nu:3ren2)
The term '女人' (nǚrén) refers to a woman or female person. It can denote an adult female in general, but it is also often used in contexts related to gender roles, relationships, and family, such as referring to a wife or mother in a familial setting.
Frequency#258DifficultyEasy
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the roles of women have evolved significantly, with '女人' often representing both traditional and modern values in society. The term is frequently used in discussions about gender equality and women's empowerment.
Memory Tip
Imagine a woman wearing a '女' (nǚ) sign on her back while holding a '人' (rén) sign in her hand, symbolizing that she is both a woman and a person. The '女' radical resembles a woman, reinforcing the meaning.
Meanings of 女人
nǚrén(nu:3ren2)
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1woman
2wife
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女人Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L3ElementaryTOCFLL1HSKKL1CEFRA1
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女性 (nǚxìng) - use '女人' when referring specifically to women in social contexts, while '女性' is more formal and often used in academic or official discussions.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a woman wearing a '女' (nǚ) sign on her back while holding a '人' (rén) sign in her hand, symbolizing that she is both a woman and a person. The '女' radical resembles a woman, reinforcing the meaning.
Usage Notes
'女人' is typically used in both formal and informal contexts, but be mindful of the tone. Avoid using it in derogatory or objectifying manners. Common collocations include '女人的权利' (women's rights) and '女人的角色' (roles of women).
HSK Study Tips
As '女人' is not specifically categorized under HSK levels, it is essential for beginners to connect it with basic vocabulary related to family and gender. Focus on practicing with related words like '男人' (nánrén) for man and context phrases.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the roles of women have evolved significantly, with '女人' often representing both traditional and modern values in society. The term is frequently used in discussions about gender equality and women's empowerment.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '女人' with '女' (nǚ) alone, which only means 'female' or 'woman' without the human aspect. Always use '女人' when referring to a woman in a broader context.
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Cultural Notes for 女人
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In Chinese culture, the roles of women have evolved significantly, with '女人' often representing both traditional and modern values in society. The term is frequently used in discussions about gender equality and women's empowerment.
Frequently Asked Questions about 女人
'女人' is pronounced as nǚrén, where 'nǚ' has a rising tone and 'rén' has a rising tone.
'女人' can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but be cautious about the setting and the way it is used.
Common phrases include '女人的权利' (women's rights) and '女人的选择' (choices of women).
