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semi

sèmǐ

Description

"semi" 是英文单词,不是标准的中文词。

在英文里,它常常放在别的词前面,意思是"一半"或"半个"。

Meanings

semisèmǐ

prefix meaning half or partly

"semifinal" 的意思是"半决赛"。

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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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