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生角

Unverified word

shēngjiǎo

Description

“生角”这两个字放在一起,不是常用的词。

The two characters "生角" together do not form a commonly used word.

在京剧里,“生”是一种男性角色,所以有人可能想说“生行”或“老生”。

In Peking opera, "生" is a type of male role, so some might mean "生行" or "老生".

Meanings

生角shēngjué

male role type in Chinese opera (rare usage)

京剧里的生角常常是男主角。

The 'sheng' role in Peking opera is often the male lead.

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Notes

  • Nuance

    Not a standard word; likely a typo for 生气 (angry) or 主角 (protagonist).

  • Etymology

    生 (opera male role) + 角 (role/character); combined it is uncommon in modern speech.

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