Chinese

qīnghán
Meaning: impoverished; poor; or cool and clear (weather)
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Example sentences

那位同學雖然家境清寒,卻奮發向上。
那位同学虽然家境清寒,却奋发向上。
Although that student comes from an impoverished family, he works hard to improve himself.
他因為家境清寒,申請了學費和雜費的減免。
Because of his poor family background, he applied for a waiver of tuition and fees.
雖然他家境清寒,但非常努力好學。
Although his family is poor, he is very hardworking and eager to learn.
清寒學生依規定,可免繳學費及雜費。
According to regulations, students from impoverished families may be exempted from tuition and miscellaneous fees.

Usage Notes

Mainly used to describe poverty in a somewhat literary or formal way, or to describe a cold, clear atmosphere.

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