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妓女
jìnǚ
Description
妓女是靠出卖身体来赚钱的女人。
A 妓女 is a woman who makes money by selling her body.
这个词比较正式，也可能让人觉得不好听，所以说话时要小心。
This word is quite formal and can sound unpleasant, so be careful when using it.
Meanings
妓女jìnǚ
prostitute; woman who sells sex for money
以前这条街上有很多妓女。
There used to be many prostitutes on this street.
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Notes
- Etymology
妓 (female entertainer/prostitute) + 女 (woman).
- Nuance
formal and can sound derogatory; 性工作者 is a more neutral modern term.
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