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Definition
The Cultural Revolution; short for the Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution.
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How it's used
This abbreviation is used almost exclusively in historical or political discussions. It functions as a proper noun and is treated as a specific era in Chinese history. Speakers use it to avoid the mouthful of the full name, but it remains a serious topic that carries significant weight in conversation.
Examples
His family lived through the period of the Cultural Revolution.
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Common phrases
the Cultural Revolution period
to have experienced the Cultural Revolution
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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.
