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经典
jīngdiǎn
Description
“经典”常常用来说很有名、很好、值得记住的东西，比如一本书、一部电影或者一首歌。
"经典" is often used to describe something very famous, very good, and worth remembering, such as a book, a movie, or a song.
它也可以指古代很重要的书。
It can also refer to important ancient books.
Meanings
经典jīngdiǎn
classic; well-known and highly regarded
这是一部经典电影。
This is a classic movie.
经典jīngdiǎn
classics; important old texts
他喜欢读中国古代经典。
He likes reading ancient Chinese classics.
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Notes
- Etymology
经 (classic texts) + 典 (canon/standard), together meaning authoritative works.
- Nuance
as an adjective it praises something as timeless and iconic.
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