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弱势
ruòshì
Description
"弱势"指力量小、地位低或者不占优势的一方。
"弱势" refers to the side with less strength, lower status, or disadvantage.
我们常说"弱势群体",意思是社会里比较需要帮助的人。
We often say "弱势群体", meaning groups in society that need more help.
Meanings
弱势ruòshì
weak or disadvantaged position; inferior status
这场比赛我们队处于弱势。
Our team is at a disadvantage in this match.
弱势ruòshì
weak; disadvantaged; vulnerable
政府应该帮助弱势群体。
The government should help vulnerable groups.
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Notes
- Etymology
弱 (weak) + 势 (power, position); literally "weak position."
- Nuance
opposite of 强势; often collocates with 群体 to mean disadvantaged social groups.
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