Meaning
This term refers to a political party organized around communist ideology, advocating for collective ownership and the elimination of class distinctions. In contemporary usage, it most commonly refers to the Communist Party of China (中国共产党), which has governed mainland China since 1949.
Usage
In mainland China, this term appears frequently in political, historical, and media contexts. When used alone, it typically refers to the Communist Party of China by default. The term is formal and appears in official documents, news reports, and political discussions. Native speakers also use the abbreviation 共党 informally.
Examples
- 01中国共产党成立于1921年。.The Communist Party of China was founded in 1921.
- 02他的爷爷是老共产党员。.His grandfather is a veteran Communist Party member.
Characters
Measure words
- 个一个共产党
Common collocations
- 中国共产党Communist Party of China (CPC)
- 共产党员Communist Party member
- 共产党领导leadership of the Communist Party
Origin
The term combines 共产 (communism, literally 'common property') with 党 (party). It emerged in early 20th century China as a translation of the Western political concept, becoming prominent after the founding of the Communist Party of China in 1921.