Chinese

xīnnián
Meaning: New Year
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

祝大家新年快樂,萬事如意!
祝大家新年快乐,万事如意!
Happy New Year to everyone, and may everything go as you wish!
學校的新年晚會非常熱鬧。
The school's new year gala was very lively.
新年時,大家祝願國泰民安。
At New Year, people wish for peace in the country and security for the people.
元旦那天,人們慶祝新年的到來。
On New Year's Day, people celebrate the arrival of the new year.
春節期間,千家萬戶都張燈結綵慶新年。
During the Spring Festival, thousands of households hang lanterns and decorations to celebrate the New Year.

Usage Notes

Refers to the beginning of the year, often associated with celebrations.

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