丈夫 (zhàngfu)
noun · Beginner · Family & People
Meaning
English: Husband
The man a woman is married to.
Examples
🗣 她的丈夫是工程师。
💬 Her husband is an engineer.
Etymology
丈夫 (zhàngfu) refers to ‘husband’, with ‘丈’ (zhàng) historically signifying length or measurement, denoting a significant and reliable male figure in the family.
How & Where It’s Used
丈夫 is used in formal contexts, often found in written narratives and official discussions about family roles, recognized throughout different regions.
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