Chinese

jìnnián
Meaning: recent years
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

近
年

Example sentences

In recent years, technological development has been very rapid.
近年來,外送平臺在城市中快速興起。
近年来,外送平台在城市中快速兴起。
In recent years, food delivery platforms have risen rapidly in cities.
近年來,全球氣溫持續攀升。
近年来,全球气温持续攀升。
In recent years, global temperatures have continued to rise.
近年來,世界各地頻繁發生嚴重的洪災。
近年来,世界各地频繁发生严重的洪灾。
In recent years, serious floods have frequently occurred in various parts of the world.

Usage Notes

Refers to the few years preceding the current moment.

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