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临时
línshí
Description
"临时"的意思是不是提前安排好的，或者只是短时间用一下。
"临时" means something not planned in advance or used only for a short time.
比如临时决定去哪里玩，或者临时找一个工作。
For example, a 临时 decision to go somewhere for fun, or a 临时 job.
Meanings
临时línshí
temporary; provisional; for a short time
这是一个临时的办公室。
This is a temporary office.
临时línshí
at the last moment; suddenly (not planned)
他临时改变了计划。
He changed the plan at the last minute.
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Notes
- Etymology
临 (to approach/be near a time) + 时 (time), literally "as the time comes".
- Nuance
临时 stresses "unplanned/last-minute"; 暂时 stresses "for now, will change later".
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