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    Expressing 'declaration' with 宣言 (xuānyán)

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    Structure

    Verb + 宣言 / Modifier + 宣言

    Explanation

    宣言 (xuānyán) means "declaration" or "manifesto" and refers to a formal public statement of principles, intentions, or views. It is used in political, philosophical, and social contexts, such as 独立宣言 (Declaration of Independence). The word carries a sense of formality and significance, often implying a written document.

    Examples

    • 这份宣言标志着一个新时代的开始。

      Zhè fèn xuānyán biāozhìzhe yī gè xīn shídài de kāishǐ.

      This declaration marks the beginning of a new era.

    • 与会代表共同签署了一份和平宣言。

      Yùhuì dàibiǎo gòngtóng qiānshǔle yī fèn hépíng xuānyán.

      The attending delegates jointly signed a peace declaration.

    • 他把这本书称为自己的艺术宣言。

      Tā bǎ zhè běn shū chēngwéi zìjǐ de yìshù xuānyán.

      He called this book his artistic manifesto.

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