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内外

nèiwài

Description

内外的意思是里面和外面，也可以放在数字后面，表示大概的数量。

The meaning of 内外 is inside and outside, and it can also be placed after numbers to indicate an approximate quantity.

我们常说国内外、校内外这样的词。

We often say words like 国内外 and 校内外.

Meanings

内外nèiwài

inside and outside

这件事在公司内外都有人知道。

This matter is known both inside and outside the company.

内外nèiwài

approximately; around (after a number)

这本书三十元内外。

This book costs around thirty yuan.

Related words

国内外以内以外内部外面左右

Notes

  • Etymology

    内 (inside) + 外 (outside), a common antonym compound.

  • Nuance

    after a number, 内外 means "about", similar to 左右 or 上下.

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