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semi
sèmǐ
Description
"semi" 是英文单词，不是标准的中文词。
"semi" is an English word, not a standard Chinese term.
在英文里，它常常放在别的词前面，意思是"一半"或"半个"。
In English, it is often placed before other words, meaning "half" or "partial".
Meanings
semisèmǐ
prefix meaning half or partly
"semifinal" 的意思是"半决赛"。
The meaning of 'semifinal' is '半决赛' (semi-final).
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Notes
- Etymology
English/Latin prefix "semi-" meaning half; not a native Chinese word.
- Nuance
appears only in loanwords; Chinese uses 半 for the same idea.
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