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píng fán
adj. ordinary, common
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平凡 (píngfán), 平常 (píngcháng) and 普通 (pǔtōng):

These three words all have similar meanings of "ordinary" or "common", but there are slight nuances in their usage:

平凡 (píngfán) - This word is often used to describe something or someone that is ordinary, unremarkable, or average. It can have a slightly negative connotation of being plain or mediocre.

平常 (píngcháng) - This word is used to describe something that is usual, normal, or routine. It can imply regularity or everydayness.

普通 (pǔtōng) - This word is more neutral and simply means "common" or "ordinary". It does not carry as much of a negative connotation as 平凡 and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
lisaC
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Are there any words in Chinese that are similar or have a similar meaning to 平凡 (píngfán)?
个学生
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I found that 不平凡 is a good way to say extraordinary.
curtminn
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How is 平凡 (píngfán) used in everyday conversation?
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