maang4 jan4盲人
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Yalemàahng yàhn
Definition
A blind person; a visually impaired person.
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How it's used
Using 盲人 can sometimes be perceived as blunt or insensitive in formal contexts. In professional or public service settings, it is much more polite and standard to use 失明人士 to refer to someone who is blind. Reserve 盲人 for casual conversation or when describing physical characteristics objectively.
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There is a path here specifically for blind people to walk on.
Do you see that blind person who wants to cross the road?
Common mistake
Avoid using the word 盲 as a standalone adjective to describe a person, as it can sound derogatory or offensive. Always use the full noun 盲人 or the more respectful 失明人士.
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