Chinese

xīnshēng
Meaning: new student; new life; newborn
Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

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Example sentences

這所學校每年都會迎來許多新生。
这所学校每年都会迎来许多新生。
This school welcomes many new students every year.
新生必須在下週五前完成註冊手續。
New students must complete registration procedures by next Friday.
這間學校每年都會招收很多新生。
This school recruits many new students every year.
新生今天必須到學校報到。
New students must report to the school today.
新生請先閱讀宿舍守則,免得打擾別人。
New students should first read the dormitory rules so they do not disturb others.

Usage Notes

Can refer to a student who has just entered a school, or metaphorically to a new life or a new beginning.

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