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Definition
Red Army; the military forces of a communist party or communist state.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the military forces of the Communist Party or communist states, most notably the Chinese Workers' and Peasants' Red Army. It is a historical term that carries a strong political connotation and is rarely used in modern contexts outside of historical discussions or textbooks.
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His grandfather joined the Red Army in the past.
Do you know how the Red Army fought in battles?
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Common phrases
Workers' and Peasants' Red Army
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
