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male (in animals or plants)
HSK 7-9
Pronunciation
雄2
Second tone: rising
性4
Fourth tone: falling
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Usage in this example
Used as a noun or modifier for the male sex in animals or plants, such as a male peacock having more vibrant feathers.
Example sentence
雄性孔雀的羽毛比雌性更加鲜艳。
The male peacock's feathers are more vibrant than the female's.
