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    Referring to "democracy" with 民主 (mínzhǔ)

    Topic & Focus

    Structure

    民主 + Noun / Adjective Use

    Explanation

    The noun 民主 (mínzhǔ) means "democracy," referring to a system of government or a principle of collective decision-making. It combines 民 (people) and 主 (master/rule). It can also function as an adjective meaning "democratic."

    Examples

    • 民主是许多国家追求的核心价值。

      Mínzhǔ shì xǔduō guójiā zhuīqiú de héxīn jiàzhí.

      Democracy is a core value pursued by many countries.

    • 公司鼓励民主讨论，大家都可以发表意见。

      Gōngsī gǔlì mínzhǔ tǎolùn, dàjiā dōu kěyǐ fābiǎo yìjiàn.

      The company encourages democratic discussion, and everyone can express their opinions.

    • 民主制度需要每个公民的积极参与。

      Mínzhǔ zhìdù xūyào měi gè gōngmín de jījí cānyù.

      A democratic system requires the active participation of every citizen.

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