§ What is 独生子?
- DEFINITION
- 独生子 (dú shēng zǐ) is a noun meaning 'only son'. It refers to a male child who has no siblings.
Alright, let's talk about 独生子 (dú shēng zǐ). You're going to hear this word a lot, especially when people are talking about families in China. It's a pretty straightforward term, but understanding its context is key to sounding natural when you speak Chinese.
Basically, if a family has just one son and no other children, that son is a 独生子. The female equivalent, by the way, is 独生女 (dú shēng nǚ), meaning 'only daughter'. Knowing these terms will help you understand discussions about family structure and demographics.
§ Where you'll hear 独生子
You'll encounter 独生子 in many daily conversations, particularly when people are describing their family background or the family situation of others. Here are some common scenarios:
- Talking about family: When people introduce their family, they might mention if they are an only child.
- Discussing social trends: Due to historical policies in China, the concept of only children is a frequent topic in social discussions.
- In news and media: You'll see this term in articles, documentaries, and TV shows that touch upon family dynamics, demographics, and social studies.
- Casual conversations: It's common to hear it when friends or colleagues are sharing personal stories or background information.
他是一个独生子，所以父母对他非常宠爱。
- TRANSLATION HINT
- He is an only son, so his parents dote on him a lot.
作为独生子，他从小就承担了家庭的期望。
- TRANSLATION HINT
- As an only son, he bore the family's expectations from a young age.
When you hear people talk about 'family expectations' or 'being spoiled' in relation to children, 独生子 often comes up. This is because many only children in China receive a lot of attention and resources from their parents and grandparents.
§ Practical use cases
Imagine you're chatting with a Chinese friend, and they ask about your family. You could say:
我不是独生子，我有一个弟弟。
- TRANSLATION HINT
- I am not an only son, I have a younger brother.
Or, if you're discussing the challenges faced by some young people in China, you might hear a phrase like:
独生子女在赡养父母方面压力很大。
- TRANSLATION HINT
- Only children face a lot of pressure in supporting their parents.
This shows how 独生子 can appear in discussions about social responsibilities and challenges. Getting comfortable with these uses will make your Chinese sound much more natural and informed. Keep practicing, and you'll be using 独生子 like a native speaker in no time!
발음 가이드
- Ensure correct tones for each character.
- The 'zǐ' (子) in this context is often pronounced with a neutral tone (轻声).
알아야 할 문법
This term refers specifically to a male child. For an only daughter, use "独生女" (dúshēngnǚ).
他有一个独生子。(Tā yǒu yīgè dúshēngzǐ.) - He has an only son.
It's often used in the context of China's former one-child policy, but can also describe someone who naturally happens to be an only child.
独生子女政策改变了中国很多家庭的结构。(Dúshēngzǐnǚ zhèngcè gǎibiànle Zhōngguó hěnduō jiātíng de jiégòu.) - The one-child policy changed the structure of many families in China.
Can be used with possessive pronouns like '我的' (wǒ de) - my, '你的' (nǐ de) - your, etc.
她是我的独生女。(Tā shì wǒ de dúshēngnǚ.) - She is my only daughter.
The term is a compound word: "独" (dú) means single/only, "生" (shēng) means to be born/give birth, and "子" (zǐ) means son/child.
独 (dú) - only, 独一无二 (dúyīwú'èr) - unique.
Can be used in sentences to describe family composition.
他是一个独生子，所以很受父母的宠爱。(Tā shì yīgè dúshēngzǐ, suǒyǐ hěn shòu fùmǔ de chǒng'ài.) - He is an only son, so he is very doted on by his parents.
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他是一个独生子。
He is an only son.
我不是独生子。
I am not an only son.
她有一个独生子。
She has an only son.
作为独生子，他得到了很多爱。
As an only son, he received a lot of love.
他是家里的独生子。
He is the only son in the family.
独生子通常会得到更多的关注。
Only sons usually get more attention.
那个家庭只有一个独生子。
That family has only one only son.
他从小就是个独生子。
He was an only son from childhood.
她希望有个独生子。
She hopes to have an only son.
独生子的生活有时会很孤单。
An only son's life can sometimes be lonely.
암기하기
기억법
Imagine a lonely boy (子) who is the only one (独) born (生) to his parents. That's an 'only son'.
시각적 연상
Picture a single child playing alone in a big house. He is the '独生子'.
Word Web
챌린지
Describe a family with an only son using '独生子'. For example, '他是一个独生子。' (Tā shì yīgè dúshēngzǐ. - He is an only son.) or '中国有很多独生子。' (Zhōngguó yǒu hěnduō dúshēngzǐ. - China has many only sons.)
셀프 테스트 36 질문
他是一个______。
The sentence means 'He is an only son.' '独生子' means only son.
她没有兄弟姐妹，只有一个______。
The sentence means 'She has no siblings, only an only son.' '独生子' means only son.
这个家庭只有一个孩子，他是一个______。
The sentence means 'This family has only one child, he is an only son.' '独生子' means only son.
我的朋友是家里的______。
The sentence means 'My friend is the only son in the family.' '独生子' means only son.
他父母只有一个______，所以他很受宠。
The sentence means 'His parents have only one only son, so he is very spoiled.' '独生子' means only son.
在中国，很多家庭只有一个______。
The sentence means 'In China, many families have only one only son.' '独生子' means only son.
Choose the most appropriate word to complete the sentence: 他是家里的___，所以父母非常宠爱他。
The sentence implies he is the only child, hence '独生子' is the best fit.
Which of the following is NOT typically associated with being a '独生子' in China?
A '独生子' is an only son, so having many siblings contradicts the definition.
If someone says '他没有兄弟姐妹', what can you infer about him?
'没有兄弟姐妹' (méiyǒu xiōngdì jiěmèi) means 'has no siblings', which is characteristic of an only child, hence '独生子'.
Being a '独生子' means you are the youngest son in a family with multiple children.
A '独生子' is an only son, meaning he has no siblings, not that he is the youngest among many.
In a family with a '独生子', there are usually no daughters.
A '独生子' specifically refers to an 'only son', which implies there are no other children, including daughters, in the family.
The term '独生子' was commonly used during the one-child policy era in China.
The one-child policy significantly increased the number of only children, making '独生子' a very common term during that period.
Choose the most appropriate word to complete the sentence: “由于政策原因，很多家庭只有一个___。”
The sentence refers to the 'one-child policy,' which implies having a single child. While '孩子' (child) and '儿子' (son) are related, '独生子' (only son) specifically captures the nuance of being the sole male child due to the policy.
Which of the following describes a '独生子'?
A '独生子' is an only son, meaning he does not have any siblings.
In a family with a '独生子', what is the likely family structure?
A '独生子' implies a family with only one child, fitting the definition of a '独生子女家庭' (single-child family).
一个家庭如果有独生子，那么这个家庭就一定只有一个孩子。
A '独生子' (only son) by definition means there is only one child in the family, and that child is male.
一个有独生子的家庭也可以有一个女儿。
If a family has a '独生子' (only son), it means there is only one child, and that child is male. Therefore, there cannot also be a daughter.
在中国，独生子通常意味着他没有哥哥或弟弟。
An '独生子' (only son) means he is the sole male child and has no siblings, including brothers or sisters. The statement specifies '哥哥或弟弟' which is true.
He is the only son in his family and bears great expectations.
In China, the one-child policy has had a profound impact on society.
Although he is an only son, he is not spoiled.
Read this aloud:
你认为独生子女有哪些优点和缺点？
Focus: 独生子女 (dúshēngzǐnǚ)
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Read this aloud:
如果你的家庭只有一个孩子，你会怎么教育他/她？
Focus: 教育 (jiàoyù)
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在你认识的人中，有没有独生子，他们有什么特别的经历吗？
Focus: 特别的经历 (tèbié de jīnglì)
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他作为家中的___，肩负着传承家族事业的重任。
Contextually, '独生子' (only son) fits best for someone carrying the sole responsibility of continuing a family business.
在这个时代，许多家庭只有一个孩子，因此“___”这个词变得越来越常见。
While '独生女' (only daughter) is also common, '独生子' (only son) is specifically asked for in the context of the vocabulary. '独苗' (only child/sole offspring) is too colloquial and '独子' (only son) is a bit more informal.
由于他是家里的___，父母对他倾注了所有的心血和期望。
The sentence implies that all parental affection and expectations are placed on this one child, which aligns with the concept of an '独生子' (only son).
他从小就被宠爱，因为他是家中唯一的___，备受呵护。
Being an '独生子' (only son) often leads to being pampered and cared for excessively, making it the most suitable choice.
尽管是___，但他并没有因此变得娇生惯养，反而更加独立和成熟。
The sentence presents a contrast: despite being an '独生子' (only son), he developed positive traits, which directly relates to the common perception of only children.
为了培养这位___的全面发展，他的父母为他报了各种兴趣班。
Parents often invest heavily in the development of their '独生子' (only son), so this option fits the context of enrolling in various extracurricular activities.
Choose the most appropriate word to complete the sentence: 他是家里的___，父母都非常疼爱他。
The sentence implies he is the only male child, which '独生子' perfectly conveys. '儿子' is too general, '兄弟' implies more than one male child, and '孩子' could be male or female.
Which of the following situations most likely describes a '独生子'?
'独生子' specifically means 'only son,' so the situation describing him as the only boy with no siblings is the correct choice.
Which of these statements accurately reflects the common perception of a '独生子' in Chinese culture (especially in the past due to the one-child policy)?
Due to the one-child policy, '独生子' often carried the weight of familial expectations and responsibilities. The other options contradict the concept of an only child.
一个家庭里如果有一个独生子，那么这个家庭就一定没有女儿。(Yī gè jiā tíng lǐ rú guǒ yǒu yī gè dú shēng zǐ, nà me zhè ge jiā tíng jiù yī dìng méi yǒu nǚ ér.) - If a family has an only son, then this family definitely has no daughters.
'独生子' means 'only son,' implying no brothers. However, a family with an 'only son' could still have daughters. The term specifies the status of the male children.
在实行计划生育政策的年代，许多家庭只有一个孩子，而这个孩子常常被称为独生子或独生女。(Zài shí xíng jì huà shēng yù zhèng cè de nián dài, xǔ duō jiā tíng zhǐ yǒu yī gè hái zi, ér zhè ge hái zi cháng cháng bèi chēng wéi dú shēng zǐ huò dú shēng nǚ.) - During the era of the one-child policy, many families had only one child, and this child was often referred to as an only son or an only daughter.
This statement accurately describes the common use of '独生子' and '独生女' during the one-child policy era, where a child was often the only one in the family.
如果一个男人有兄弟，他就不能被称为独生子。(Rú guǒ yī gè nán rén yǒu xiōng dì, tā jiù bù néng bèi chēng wéi dú shēng zǐ.) - If a man has brothers, he cannot be called an only son.
The definition of '独生子' explicitly means 'only son,' so having brothers contradicts this meaning.
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