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临时

lín shí

English translation of 临时

temporary

The Chinese word '临时' is used to describe something that is not permanent, or only lasts for a short period of time. Similar to English word 'temporary', it is used in various contexts including work, living arrangements, or events.


Example sentences using: 临时

我们需要临时的解决方案。

wǒmen xūyào línshí de jiějué fāng'àn.

English translation of 我们需要临时的解决方案。

We need a temporary solution.

In this sentence, '临时的解决方案' refers to a solution that is intended for short-term use.

这是临时的。

zhè shì línshí de.

English translation of 这是临时的。

This is temporary.

This sentence is a basic example of how you can use '临时' to describe something as temporary.

临时职工的工资是多少?

línshí zhígōng de gōngzī shì duōshǎo?

English translation of 临时职工的工资是多少?

How much is the salary of the temporary worker?

In this sentence, '临时职工' refers to a worker who is temporarily employed.

临时会议定在明天。

línshí huìyì dìng zài míngtiān.

English translation of 临时会议定在明天。

The temporary meeting is scheduled for tomorrow.

In this context, '临时会议' refers to a meeting that was not previously scheduled or is taking place on short notice.

他是临时教练。

tā shì línshí jiàoliàn.

English translation of 他是临时教练。

He is a temporary coach.

'临时教练' refers to a coach who is hired only for a short period of time.

我们可以找到一个临时住所。

wǒmen kěyǐ zhǎodào yīgè línshí zhùsuǒ.

English translation of 我们可以找到一个临时住所。

We can find a temporary residence.

In this sentence, '临时住所' refers to a place to live in for a short period of time.

这是一个临时的比赛。

zhè shì yīgè línshí de bǐsài.

English translation of 这是一个临时的比赛。

This is a temporary match.

Here, '临时的比赛' could imply an unscheduled match or one set up spontaneously or on short notice.

他是新参选的临时主席。

tā shì xīn cānxuǎn de línshí zhǔxí.

English translation of 他是新参选的临时主席。

He is the newly elected temporary chairman.

'临时主席' refers to someone who temporarily fills the position of chairman.

我需要一份临时工作。

wǒ xūyào yī fèn línshí gōngzuò.

English translation of 我需要一份临时工作。

I need a temporary job.

In this sentence, '临时工作' refers to a job that is not permanent or is intended to last only for a short duration.

他们需要一个临时的教室。

tāmen xūyào yīgè línshí de jiàoshì.

English translation of 他们需要一个临时的教室。

They need a temporary classroom.

'临时的教室' indicates a short-term substitute for a regular classroom, perhaps due to renovation or other reasons.

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