孤儿
gū ér
HSK 3.0 Level 7
Common
Definitions
- 1. orphan
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Word relationships
Usage notes
Common mistakes
Do not confuse 孤儿 (orphan) with 孤老 (elderly person with no children) or 孤独 (lonely).
Formality
孤儿 is the standard term in both formal and informal contexts, but can carry a heavy emotional weight; use with sensitivity.
Example Sentences
1 shown这个 孤儿 被一个好家庭收养了。
This orphan was adopted by a kind family.
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