Definition
男子气 refers to 'manliness' or 'masculinity' — the qualities traditionally associated with men, such as strength, courage, and assertiveness. It is a noun that can be used in phrases like 有男子气 ('to have manliness') or 男子气概 ('manly spirit'). The concept is culturally shaped and may carry different connotations in Chinese vs. Western contexts, often emphasizing responsibility and protection rather than aggression.
n.
manlinessmasculinity
Examples
- 男子气，。Tā hěn yǒu nán zǐ qì, zuò shì guǒduàn yòu fù zérèn.He is very manly — decisive and responsible in his actions.
- 男子气。Xiàndài shèhuì duì nán zǐ qì de dìngyì yuè lái yuè duōyuán le.Modern society's definition of masculinity is becoming more diverse.
- 男子气，。Tā shuōhuà de shēngyīn hěn yǒu nán zǐ qì, ràng rén gǎndào kěkào.His voice has a manly quality that makes people feel dependable.
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