Chinese

shòuhán
Meaning: to catch a cold; to be affected by cold
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

今天將有冷鋒過境,小心受寒!
今天将有冷锋过境,小心受寒!
A cold front is passing through today, so be careful not to catch a cold!
寒冬出門時,最好戴上圍巾以免受寒。
When going out in the cold winter, it is best to wear a scarf to avoid catching a cold.

Usage Notes

Describes falling ill due to exposure to cold weather.

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