No. 4,476 in Chinese
旁人
"旁人" means "bystander" or "outsider."
In a sentence
旁人很难理解你的感受。
It's challenging for others to understand your feelings.
In this sentence, "旁人" refers to people other than oneself or those directly involved, emphasizing external perspectives.
他总是不喜欢旁人的建议。
He always dislikes the suggestions of others.
Here, "旁人" indicates people other than the subject, focusing on their input or opinions.
这个秘密只能告诉你，不能被旁人知道。
This secret can only be shared with you; others must not know it.
In this sentence, "旁人" represents individuals who are not within a trusted circle, highlighting confidentiality.
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