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“lifetime” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinyī bèi zi

Example

我会爱你一辈子。wǒ huì ài nǐ yí bèi zi

I will love you for a lifetime.

Illustration for 一辈子 (lifetime)

How to say “lifetime” in Chinese

“Lifetime” in Chinese is 一辈子 (yī bèi zi).

The whole course of one life viewed as one continuous period, often linked to a feeling, promise, or long-term state.

Full entry for 一辈子: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 一辈子

这部电影给他留下了一辈子的印象。zhè bù diàn yǐng gěi tā liú xià le yí bèi zi de yìn xiàng

This movie left a lifelong impression on him.

Tips for using 一辈子

  • In everyday promises, this word can make a statement sound warm and emphatic, while formal writing often favors a more neutral duration expression.

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