Definition
私立 (sīlì) is an adjective meaning 'private' — used specifically for institutions like schools, hospitals, and clinics that are run by non-government entities. It contrasts with 公立 (gōnglì 'public, government-run'). 私营 (sīyíng) also means 'privately-owned' but is used for businesses and companies, not institutions.
private (of schools, hospitals, companies, etc., as opposed to public)
Examples
- 私立。Zhè suǒ sī lì dàxué hěn yǒumíng.This private university is very famous.
- 私立。Tā zài zhè jiā sī lì zhěnsuǒ gōngzuò.He works at this private clinic.
- 私立。sī lì xuéxiào de xuéfèi bǐjiào guì.Tuition at private schools is relatively expensive.
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