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淑女
shūnǚ
Description
淑女是指有教养、举止很文雅的女人。
A 淑女 is a woman who is well-educated and behaves very gracefully.
这个词常用在正式的场合，比如商店会写“女士淑女装”。
This word is often used in formal occasions, for example, stores may write 'ladies and 淑女 clothing.'
Meanings
淑女shūnǚ
a refined, well-mannered woman; a lady
她走路很优雅，真像个淑女。
She walks gracefully, just like a lady.
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Notes
- Etymology
淑 means 'virtuous/gentle' and 女 means 'woman', together 'a graceful woman'.
- Nuance
more formal and literary than 女人; often paired with 绅士 (gentleman).
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