Chinese
qǐyì
Meaning: uprising; revolt; insurrection
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

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Example sentences

在歷史上,許多農民起義都是因為生活所迫。
在历史上,许多农民起义都是因为生活所迫。
Throughout history, many peasant uprisings were caused by the hardships of life.
無數英勇的人民起義反抗,最終推翻了那個暴政。
Countless brave people rose up in rebellion and finally overthrew that tyranny.

Usage Notes

Refers to a righteous rebellion or an armed revolt against an oppressive regime.

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