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权利
quánlì
Description
“权利”是指一个人可以做某件事的资格，比如说话、学习、投票的权利。
"权利" refers to a person's entitlement to do something, such as the right to speak, learn, or vote.
我们常常说“保护权利”，意思是让每个人都能公平地生活。
We often say "保护权利", meaning to ensure everyone can live fairly.
Meanings
权利quánlì
a right; something one is entitled to
每个人都有学习的权利。
Everyone has the right to learn.
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
权利 means a personal right; 权力 (quánlì, same sound) means power or authority — don't confuse them.
- Etymology
权 (right/power) + 利 (benefit); together it means an entitled benefit or right.
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