Chinese
xiánrén
Meaning: idle person; unauthorized person
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

閒人
閒
人
闲人
闲
人

Example sentences

This area is a machine room; unauthorized personnel are not allowed to enter.
閒人免進。
闲人免进。
No admittance for unauthorized persons.
此處是軍事重地,閒人莫入。
此处是军事重地,闲人莫入。
This is a military restricted area, no unauthorized entry.

Usage Notes

Refers to people who are free or have nothing to do, or those who are not related to a specific matter (often seen in 'No Entry' signs).

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