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    Referring to a "star" or "celebrity" with 明星 (míngxīng)

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    明星 (míngxīng) means a star or celebrity. It is used to describe famous people, especially in entertainment and sports. For example, 网球明星 means "tennis star."

    Examples

    • 他是中国最受欢迎的电影明星之一。

      tā shì zhōngguó zuì shòu huānyíng de diànyǐng míngxīng zhī yī.

      He is one of the most popular movie stars in China.

    • 很多年轻人都梦想成为明星。

      hěn duō niánqīng rén dōu mèngxiǎng chéngwéi míngxīng.

      Many young people dream of becoming a star.

    • 那位网球明星今天在机场被粉丝包围了。

      nà wèi wǎngqiú míngxīng jīntiān zài jīchǎng bèi fěnsī bāowéi le.

      That tennis star was surrounded by fans at the airport today.

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