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    Expressing 'freedom' with 自由 (zìyóu)

    Description & Modification
    Permission & Ability

    Structure

    获得 + 自由

    Explanation

    The word 自由 (zìyóu) means 'freedom' or 'free' and can function as both a noun and an adjective. As a noun, it refers to the state of being free from restriction or oppression. As an adjective, it describes someone or something that is unrestricted or at liberty. It is a core concept in both everyday and philosophical discourse.

    Examples

    • 每个人都渴望自由的生活。

      měi gè rén dōu kěwàng zìyóu de shēnghuó.

      Everyone longs for a life of freedom.

    • 周末的时间很自由，你想做什么就做什么。

      zhōumò de shíjiān hěn zìyóu, nǐ xiǎng zuò shénme jiù zuò shénme.

      Weekend time is free; you can do whatever you want.

    • 大学生活比高中自由多了。

      dàxué shēnghuó bǐ gāozhōng zìyóu duō le.

      University life is much freer than high school.

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