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古代
gǔdài
Description
“古代”是很久以前的时代，比如几千年前的历史时期。
"古代" refers to a time long ago, such as historical periods thousands of years ago.
我们常常在书里读到古代的故事和文化。
We often read stories and culture from 古代 in books.
Meanings
古代gǔdài
ancient times; antiquity
古代的人没有手机。
Ancient people didn't have cell phones.
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Notes
- Etymology
古 (old/ancient) + 代 (era/period), literally "ancient era."
- Nuance
古代 refers to distant historical times; 现代 (modern times) is its opposite.
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