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配偶 (pèi ǒu): spouse

Meaning & Stroke Order

HSK 7noun

Word info

Pinyin
Meaning
spouse
Characters
2
Part of speech
noun
HSK level
HSK 7

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Meanings grouped by pronunciation.

  • spouse

Chinese explanation

  • 指与自己有合法婚姻关系的人,即丈夫或妻子。这个词比较正式,多用于书面语、法律文件或正式场合,比如“配偶双方”“法定配偶”。日常说话时,人们更常说“老公老婆”或“丈夫妻子”。

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HSK 5

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Example sentences

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When applying for a visa, you need to fill in your spouse's name and contact information.

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According to company policy, employees' spouses can enjoy the same medical insurance.

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She decided to move to another city with her spouse and start a new life.

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At the party, he attended with his spouse and introduced his other half to everyone.

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