他人

他人 refers to 'other people' or 'others' in a general sense. It emphasizes individuals outside of the speaker or the immediate group, often used in contrast to oneself or one's own people.

The character 他 (tā) means 'he' or 'his,' and 人 (rén) means 'person' or 'people.' Together, they form a term that literally translates to 'other person(s),' but it is commonly used to mean 'others' in a broader social context.

他人 is often used in formal or written language, especially in ethical or philosophical discussions. It can imply respect or distance, depending on the context. In daily speech, people might use more specific terms like 别人 (biérén), meaning 'another person,' but 他人 carries a more neutral or generalized tone.