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    Referring to race or ethnicity with 种族 (zhǒngzú)

    Topic & Focus

    Structure

    种族 + Noun

    Explanation

    The noun 种族 (zhǒngzú) means "race" or "ethnicity" and refers to a group of people sharing common physical or cultural characteristics. It is commonly used in discussions about social issues, discrimination, and identity.

    Examples

    • 种族歧视在任何国家都是不可接受的。

      zhǒngzú qíshì zài rènhé guójiā dōu shì bùkě jiēshòu de.

      Racial discrimination is unacceptable in any country.

    • 这个城市的种族构成非常多样化。

      zhège chéngshì de zhǒngzú gòuchéng fēicháng duōyànghuà.

      The racial composition of this city is very diverse.

    • 我们应该尊重不同种族的文化传统。

      wǒmen yīnggāi zūnzhòng bùtóng zhǒngzú de wénhuà chuántǒng.

      We should respect the cultural traditions of different races.

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