Meaning
多元 describes something that has multiple elements, sources, or aspects. It emphasizes diversity, plurality, and the coexistence of different components within a system, culture, or concept. The term is commonly used in academic, social, and cultural discussions.
Usage
多元 is frequently used in formal contexts to discuss cultural diversity (多元文化), pluralistic societies, or multi-faceted systems. It appears often in sociological, political, and educational discourse. Native speakers use it to convey the idea of richness through variety and the positive aspects of having multiple perspectives or components.
Examples
- 01这个城市有着多元的文化背景。.This city has a diverse cultural background.
- 02公司正在实施多元化发展战略。.The company is implementing a diversified development strategy.
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Common collocations
- 多元文化multicultural, cultural diversity
- 多元化diversification, pluralization
- 多元社会pluralistic society
- 多元发展diversified development
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Origin
多元 combines 多 (many) with 元 (element/origin), literally meaning 'many elements.' The term gained prominence in modern Chinese as a translation for Western concepts of diversity and pluralism.