Definition
正身 (zhèngshēn, not zhēng as listed) is a formal noun referring to the real person themselves, as opposed to a proxy or representative. It emphasizes personal presence or authenticity, often used in legal or official contexts (e.g., verifying identity or acting in one's own capacity).
n.
the real personone's own person (as opposed to a representative)in personpersonallyidentity (the genuine identity of an individual)
Examples
- 正身。Tā bìxū yóu zhēng qián lái bànlǐ shǒuxù.He must come in person to handle the procedures.
- 正身。Fǎyuàn héduì le fànzuì xiányírén de zhēng.The court verified the identity of the criminal suspect.
- 正身。Zhège wěituōshū xūyào zhēng qiānzì cái yǒuxiào.This power of attorney requires the signature of the person themselves to be valid.
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