Definition
贫困 (pínkùn) is a formal, written word for 'poor, impoverished', typically used in socio-economic contexts (regions, families, living conditions). It is more formal than the everyday spoken word 穷 (qióng), which simply means lacking money. 贫穷 (pínqióng) is a close formal synonym and often interchangeable.
adjective
poorimpoverished
Examples
- 贫困。Nà gè dìqū réngrán fēicháng pín kùn.That region is still very poor.
- 贫困。Zhèngfǔ zhèngzài nǔlì bāngzhù pín kùn jiātíng .The government is working hard to help impoverished families.
- 贫困。pín kùn de shēnghuó ràng rén gèngjiā jiānqiáng.A life of poverty makes people stronger.
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