Usage of "她们"
"她们" is the feminine plural pronoun in Mandarin, used exclusively to refer to groups of females. It combines "她" (she) with the plural marker "们". This word is commonly used in everyday conversation when talking about multiple women or girls.
Common Collocations
- 她们都是... (They all are...): Used to describe a group of females collectively.
- 她们正在... (They are currently...): Indicates ongoing action by a group of females.
- 你知道她们...吗？ (Do you know about them?): Used to inquire about a group of females.
Notes
- "她们" is strictly feminine; for mixed or male groups, use "他们".
- The plural marker "们" is attached only to pronouns or some nouns to indicate plurality.
- Avoid confusing "她们" with "他们" which is masculine or mixed gender.
Using "她们" correctly helps specify gender and number clearly in conversation, making your speech more precise and natural.