Meaning and Usage
"老百姓" refers to ordinary people or common folk, often used in contexts discussing society, politics, or daily life. It emphasizes the perspective or interests of the general population rather than elites or officials.
Common Collocations
- 老百姓的生活 (the life of ordinary people): used when talking about everyday living conditions.
- 老百姓的声音 (the voice of the people): highlights public opinion or grassroots perspectives.
- 保护老百姓 (protect ordinary people): often used in political or social contexts.
Usage Notes
This term carries a respectful tone toward common people and is frequently used in news, speeches, and conversations about social issues. It is not a derogatory term. Avoid confusing it with terms that mean "peasants" or "farmers" specifically; 老百姓 is broader and includes all ordinary citizens.
Character Insights
- 老 here is a prefix indicating familiarity or respect.
- 百 means "hundred," symbolizing many or the masses.
- 姓 means "family name," but combined here it forms a fixed expression meaning "common people."
Meaning and Usage
"老百姓" refers to ordinary people or common folk, often used in contexts discussing society, politics, or daily life. It emphasizes the perspective or interests of the general population rather than elites or officials.
Common Collocations
- 老百姓的生活 (the life of ordinary people): used when talking about everyday living conditions.
- 老百姓的声音 (the voice of the people): highlights public opinion or grassroots perspectives.
- 保护老百姓 (protect ordinary people): often used in political or social contexts.
Usage Notes
This term carries a respectful tone toward common people and is frequently used in news, speeches, and conversations about social issues. It is not a derogatory term. Avoid confusing it with terms that mean "peasants" or "farmers" specifically; 老百姓 is broader and includes all ordinary citizens.
Character Insights
- 老 here is a prefix indicating familiarity or respect.
- 百 means "hundred," symbolizing many or the masses.
- 姓 means "family name," but combined here it forms a fixed expression meaning "common people."
Meaning and Usage
"老百姓" refers to ordinary people or common folk, often used in contexts discussing society, politics, or daily life. It emphasizes the perspective or interests of the general population rather than elites or officials.
Common Collocations
- 老百姓的生活 (the life of ordinary people): used when talking about everyday living conditions.
- 老百姓的声音 (the voice of the people): highlights public opinion or grassroots perspectives.
- 保护老百姓 (protect ordinary people): often used in political or social contexts.
Usage Notes
This term carries a respectful tone toward common people and is frequently used in news, speeches, and conversations about social issues. It is not a derogatory term. Avoid confusing it with terms that mean "peasants" or "farmers" specifically; 老百姓 is broader and includes all ordinary citizens.
Character Insights
- 老 here is a prefix indicating familiarity or respect.
- 百 means "hundred," symbolizing many or the masses.
- 姓 means "family name," but combined here it forms a fixed expression meaning "common people."