Chinese

yīdài
Meaning: generation; era
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

一
代

Example sentences

He is the most outstanding artist of our generation.
他為年輕一代樹立了一個良好的榜樣。
他为年轻一代树立了一个良好的榜样。
He set a good example for the younger generation.
教授在物理學界被譽為一代泰斗。
教授在物理学界被誉为一代泰斗。
The professor is hailed as a leading authority in the field of physics.
他數十年如一日,勤學不輟,終於成為一代大師。
他数十年如一日,勤学不辍,终于成为一代大师。
He has been studying hard for decades without stopping, and finally became a great master.

Usage Notes

Refers to a group of people born around the same time or a specific historical period.

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