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Chinese

xiàshēn
Meaning: lower body; lower half of the body; lower garment
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example

這套運動服的上身透氣,下身也方便活動。
这套运动服的上身透气,下身也方便活动。
The upper part of this sports outfit is breathable, and the lower part is easy to move in.

Usage Notes

Refers to the part of the body below the waist and, in clothing contexts, to trousers or the lower half of an outfit. It can also be a tactful reference to the genitals, so context matters.

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