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男女

nánnǚ

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「男女」是「男人」和「女人」的合起来的说法,指所有的人。

"男女" is a combined term for "男人" and "女人", referring to all people.

很多地方,比如厕所或者学校,会用「男女」来分开。

In many places, like restrooms or schools, "男女" is used to separate groups.

Meanings

男女nánnǚ

men and women; both sexes

这个活动男女都可以参加。

Both men and women can participate in this event.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    男 (man) + 女 (woman), a compound of two opposite characters.

  • Nuance

    often used in signs and formal contexts to separate the sexes.

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