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“later years” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinwǎn nián

Example

很多人担心他们的晚年生活。hěn duō rén dān xīn tā men de wǎn nián shēng huó

Many people worry about life in their later years.

Illustration for 晚年 (later years)

How to say “later years” in Chinese

“Later years” in Chinese is 晚年 (wǎn nián).

The back section of a life story, where growing older brings its own practical needs and plans.

Full entry for 晚年: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 晚年

他希望能在晚年安度时光,与子女相伴。tā xī wàng néng zài wǎn nián ān dù shí guāng yǔ zí nǚ xiāng bàn

He hopes to spend his later years peacefully with his children.

Tips for using 晚年

  • The word is neutral and can describe a person's later life without suggesting poor health, dependence, or a negative outcome.

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