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人口 — meaning in English: population
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population
承诺
chéng nuò
结构
jiégòu
港口
gǎngkǒu
人口
rénkǒu
后卫
hòuwèi
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers use '人口' in discussions about demographics, urban planning, and social issues. For instance, during a government meeting about resource allocation, officials might analyze the '人口' to make decisions about infrastructure or healthcare services.
Synonyms & nuances
'人口' is often used in formal contexts, while '居民' (jūmín), meaning 'residents,' emphasizes the people living in a specific area rather than the total number. Choose '人口' when discussing total numbers and broader demographic trends, while '居民' would be preferable in conversations about community or local issues.
Culture
'人口' is composed of two characters: '人' (rén), meaning 'person,' and '口' (kǒu), meaning 'mouth' or 'mouth of a river.' This combination reflects the idea of counting people as essential to survival, similar to how mouths are needed to eat. Historically, population counts have influenced policies and resource distribution in Chinese society, making the term crucial in both government and daily conversations.
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