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Jyutpingcaan4 ou3
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Definition
Paralympic Games; Paralympics.
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How it's used
This term is a standard abbreviation used in news, media, and casual conversation. It functions exactly like 奧運, the common short form for the Olympic Games. It is widely respected and used to refer to the event specifically for athletes with disabilities.
Examples
Did you watch the Paralympics this year?
The athletes in the Paralympics are really amazing.
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