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Definition
Revolution; the overthrow of a government or social order to establish a new system.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to large scale political or social upheavals rather than minor changes or personal transformations. It carries a heavy, serious tone and is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing history or political theory. When used in a non political sense, such as in marketing or technology, it is often treated as a metaphor for a radical paradigm shift.
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coeng4場chèunghExamples
They want to launch a revolution.
Do you think this revolution will succeed?
Related words
Common phrases
to launch a revolution
Industrial Revolution
Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe simple improvements or minor reforms, as the word implies a complete overthrow of an existing system. Learners sometimes confuse it with 改革, which refers to reform or gradual change rather than a total revolution.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
