文盲

wén máng

HSK 3.0 Level 7 Noun Uncommon

Definitions

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to learn to read

capable of reading

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intellectual

contrast with educated intellectuals

文盲 is a noun; avoid using it as an adjective like 他很文盲. Use 不识字 or 没文化 instead.

Calling someone 文盲 can be derogatory; use with caution in direct address.

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他不识字，是个文盲。

He can't read; he's an illiterate.

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semiliterate

language

blind