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Chinese

yòunián
Meaning: childhood; early years
Part of Speech: Noun, Time

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Example

他在幼年時就喜歡觀察昆蟲,這份興趣一直延續到成年。
他在幼年时就喜欢观察昆虫,这份兴趣一直延续到成年。
From childhood, he loved observing insects, and that interest continued into adulthood.

Usage Notes

Refers to the period when someone is a young child, especially when speaking in a somewhat formal or written style.

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