No. 6,074 in Chinese
寿命
Lifespan; life expectancy.
In a sentence
人类的平均寿命随着医疗技术的进步而延长。
The average lifespan of humans has been extended with advancements in medical technology.
In this sentence, '寿命' refers to the duration of life or lifespan of humans, emphasizing its statistical or general usage.
这款手表的电池寿命长达五年。
The battery life of this watch lasts up to five years.
Here, '寿命' is used to describe the operational life of a product, specifically the battery of a watch, indicating the functional duration.
注意保养汽车，可以延长它的使用寿命。
Paying attention to maintaining a car can extend its operational lifespan.
The word '寿命' in this context refers to the usable or functional duration of a car, highlighting its maintenance-related usage.
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