Chinese

shàngxià
Meaning: high and low; up and down; the whole group
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

全國上下都在慶祝這個節日。
全国上下都在庆祝这个节日。
The whole country, high and low, is celebrating this festival.
面對外敵的入侵,全國上下必須團結一致。
Facing the invasion of foreign enemies, the whole country must unite.
他上下打量了一番那位陌生人。
He looked the stranger up and down.
他全身上下都是名牌兒。
He is dressed in famous brands from head to toe.

Usage Notes

Can refer to direction, relative position, approximate quantity, or everyone in a hierarchy.

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