Meaning
复兴 means to bring something back to life or restore it to a former state of prosperity or prominence. It's commonly used for cultural, economic, or national renewal. The word combines 复 (to return/restore) and 兴 (to prosper/thrive), literally meaning 'to return to prosperity.'
Usage
This word appears frequently in formal and political contexts, especially in phrases like 民族复兴 (national rejuvenation). It carries a positive, aspirational tone and is often used in discussions of culture, traditions, economy, or national strength being restored or revitalized.
Examples
- 01中华民族伟大复兴的中国梦正在逐步实现。.The Chinese Dream of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is being gradually realized.
- 02这座古城经过修复后,迎来了文化和旅游业的复兴。, .After restoration, this ancient city has welcomed a revival of culture and tourism.
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Common collocations
- 民族复兴national rejuvenation
- 文化复兴cultural renaissance
- 经济复兴economic revival
- 复兴之路the road to rejuvenation
Antonyms
Origin
The word combines classical Chinese elements: 复 originally meant 'to go back' or 'to repeat,' while 兴 meant 'to rise' or 'to flourish.' Together they express the concept of returning to a flourishing state.