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Consider adding the expression “不在了” (literally: gone, not here any longer) : an euphemism for “deceased.”

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How do I use 不在 (bù zài) to express that I'm not available?

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不在 (bù zài) is a commonly used phrase in Chinese that means "not available" or "not present". It is made up of two characters: 不 (bù) meaning "not" and 在 (zài) meaning "in" or "at". Together, they create the meaning of "not in" or "not present".

This phrase can be used in various situations to express that someone or something is not available. For example, if someone asks if you are available to meet up, you can respond with 不在 (bù zài) to indicate that you are not available at the moment.

- 你明天在办公室吗？Will you be at the office tomorrow?
- 不在。后天怎么样？ No, I won't be. What about the day after tomorrow?

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