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後面
hòumiàn
Description
「後面」是指一个东西或地方的背后，也可以指时间上比较晚的部分。
"後面" refers to the back of an object or place, and can also mean a later point in time.
我们常常说「在後面」来表示位置。
We often say "在後面" to indicate a position.
Meanings
後面hòumiàn
the back; behind; the rear
我坐在你的後面。
I am sitting behind you.
後面hòumiàn
later part; afterward; what comes next
这个故事後面更好看。
The story gets better later on.
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Notes
- Etymology
後 means 'back/behind' plus 面 'side/face', literally 'the back side'.
- Nuance
written 后面 in simplified Chinese; can refer to place or to a later time.
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