master; type of person; husband's family
Meanings
3 senses · 8 examplesnoun
master; owner; boss; host
informalRefers to the person in charge or the owner of something, often with a colloquial or informal tone.
He's the boss here, you have to listen to him.
The owner of this shop is very friendly, and business is good.
noun
a certain type of person; fellow; guy
informalOften used with demonstratives like 这 (this) or 那 (that), or with descriptive phrases to characterize someone's personality or behavior. Can be neutral or slightly derogatory depending on context.
This guy is really unreasonable; there's no way to communicate with him.
He's the type who keeps his promises; you can rest assured.
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That fellow is not to be trifled with; don't provoke him.
noun
husband's family; husband; marriage partner
informalUsed in the context of marriage, especially when a woman is looking to marry. The phrase 找主儿 means 'to look for a husband' or 'to get married'. Implies finding a family to marry into.
She's almost thirty; it's time she found a husband.
She found a good husband; she's living a comfortable life.
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She hasn't found a husband yet; no rush.