Definition
房事 literally means 'room matters' but is a euphemism for sexual activity, especially between married couples. It is more polite and indirect than the clinical term 性交 (sexual intercourse). You'll encounter it in medical, historical, or formal discussions.
n.
(euphemism) sexual intercourse (especially between married couples)
Examples
- 房事。Yīshēng jiànyì tāmen zhùyì fáng shì de pínlǜ.The doctor advised them to pay attention to the frequency of sexual intercourse.
- 房事。Gǔdài wénxiàn zhōng cháng yǒu guānyú fáng shì de jìzǎi.Ancient texts often contain records about sexual matters.
- 房事。Fūqī zhījiān héxié de fáng shì yǒuzhùyú zēngjìn gǎnqíng.Harmonious sexual intercourse between spouses helps enhance their relationship.
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