Definition
芳龄 is a polite euphemism for a young woman's age, often used in formal introductions, matchmaking, or when asking someone's age respectfully. The character 芳 (fragrant/beautiful) adds a complimentary tone; you would never use this for men, older women, or children. It's a literary register — in casual conversation, people just say 多少岁 or 多大了.
n.
(polite) age of a young lady
Examples
- 芳龄?Qǐngwèn nín fāng líng?May I ask your age (young lady)?
- 芳龄,。Tā zhèng chǔ dòukòu fāng líng, qīngchūn yángyì.She is at her teenage prime, radiating youth.
- 芳龄,。Nà wèi gūniang fāng líng èr bā, yǐ chūluò de tíngtíng yù lì.That young lady, at the age of sixteen, has grown into a graceful figure.
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