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耳根子

ěrgēnzi

Description

"耳根子"是一个口语词,常常用来说一个人容易相信别人的话。

"耳根子" is a colloquial term often used to describe someone who easily believes others.

人们常说"耳根子软",意思是这个人没有主见,别人说什么他就信什么。

People often say "耳根子软", meaning this person lacks their own opinion and believes whatever others say.

Meanings

耳根子ěrgēnzi

a person's readiness to believe others; the base of the ear

他耳根子太软,谁的话都听。

He is too soft-hearted and listens to everyone.

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Notes

  • Nuance

    almost always used in the phrase 耳根子软, describing someone easily persuaded or gullible.

  • Etymology

    耳 (ear) + 根 (root/base) + colloquial suffix 子.

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