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Definition
Human rights; the basic rights and freedoms to which all humans are entitled.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal, legal, or political contexts rather than casual daily conversation. It functions as a noun and is often paired with verbs like 保障 or 侵犯. When discussing specific rights, it is common to prefix it with descriptors like 基本 to emphasize fundamental human rights.
Examples
Everyone's human rights should be protected.
Related words
Common phrases
fundamental human rights
protect human rights
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