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    The noun 资本主义 (zīběn zhǔyì) for "capitalism"

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    资本主义 + Noun Modifier

    Explanation

    资本主义 (zīběn zhǔyì) means "capitalism," the economic and political system in which trade and industry are controlled by private owners for profit. It is a compound noun formed from 资本 (capital) and 主义 (ideology/-ism). It is commonly used in political, economic, and historical discussions.

    Examples

    • 这本书详细分析了资本主义的发展历史。

      Zhè běn shū xiángxì fēnxī le zīběn zhǔyì de fāzhǎn lìshǐ.

      This book provides a detailed analysis of the development history of capitalism.

    • 资本主义制度强调市场的自由竞争。

      Zīběn zhǔyì zhìdù qiángdiào shìchǎng de zìyóu jìngzhēng.

      The capitalist system emphasizes free competition in the market.

    • 他们在课堂上讨论了资本主义的优缺点。

      Tāmen zài kètáng shàng tǎolùn le zīběn zhǔyì de yōuquēdiǎn.

      They discussed the pros and cons of capitalism in class.

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