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寿命 — meaning in English

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English meaning

lifetime noun The entire duration of someone's or something's life.
living adj Alive, currently existing (as opposed to dead or extinct).
real life noun The world as it actually is, as opposed to fiction, theory, games or online space.

Senses

寿命 is used for these senses in English:

lifetime The duration of the life of someone or something.
living (uncountable) The state of being alive.
real life Life outside of a contrived or fantastical environment; often used in comparison to events depicted in drama.

living — full definition

adj Alive, currently existing (as opposed to dead or extinct).
noun The money or means needed to support oneself; one's occupation as a source of income.
noun A particular way or style of life.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Chinese words

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