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Translate guy from English to Chinese?

"Guy" can be translated into Chinese in a few different ways depending on the context and how you want to express it. Here are some options:

Formal:

* 男士 (nán shì): This is the most general and formal term for "man" or "gentleman."

Informal:

* 小伙子 (xiǎo huǒ zi): This is a common and informal way to refer to a young man, often used for someone who is friendly and approachable.

* 男人 (nán rén): This is the most direct translation of "man," but it can sometimes sound a bit blunt in casual conversation.

* 哥们儿 (gē menr): This is a very informal and friendly term for "buddy" or "friend," often used between close friends.

Other options:

* 家伙 (jiā huo): This is a more informal and casual way to refer to a person, but it can also be used in a negative or dismissive way.

* 人 (rén): This is a very general term for "person" and can be used in place of "guy" in some cases.

Example:

"The guy is over there." could be translated as:

* 那个男士在那边。(Nà ge nán shì zài nà biān.)

* 那个小伙子在那边。(Nà ge xiǎo huǒ zi zài nà biān.)

* 那个家伙在那边。(Nà ge jiā huo zài nà biān.)

The best translation will depend on the specific context and your intended meaning.

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