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光阴
guāngyīn
Description
"光阴"是指时间，特别是指日子一天一天地过去。
"光阴" refers to time, especially the passing of days one by one.
这个词常用在书面语里，很多人会说"珍惜光阴"，意思是要好好利用时间。
This word is often used in written language; many people say "珍惜光阴", meaning to make good use of time.
Meanings
光阴guāngyīn
time; the passing of days
我们要珍惜光阴，好好学习。
We should cherish time and study hard.
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Notes
- Etymology
光 (light) + 阴 (shadow), literally the shift of light and shade marking passing time.
- Nuance
more literary than 时间; often paired with 珍惜 to stress not wasting time.
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