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今天
jīntiān
Description
“今天”是指现在这一天，也就是说话的时候的这一天。
"今天" refers to the current day, meaning the day when one is speaking.
我们常用“今天”来说今天的天气、时间或者要做的事情。
We often use "今天" to talk about today's weather, time, or things to do.
Meanings
今天jīntiān
today; this present day
今天天气很好。
The weather is nice today.
今天jīntiān
the present time; nowadays
今天的生活比以前好多了。
Life today is much better than before.
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Notes
- Etymology
今 (now, present) + 天 (day), literally "present day."
- Nuance
今天 is everyday spoken word; 今日 (jīnrì) is more formal or written.
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