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    Expressing revolution with 革命 (gémìng)

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    Structure

    Modifier + 革命

    Explanation

    革命 (gémìng) means "revolution" and refers to a fundamental, often violent change in political power or social structures. It can function as both a noun and a verb. It appears in historical and political terms like 伊斯兰革命 (Islamic Revolution) and 文化大革命 (Cultural Revolution).

    Examples

    • 这场革命彻底改变了国家的政治制度。

      Zhè chǎng gémìng chèdǐ gǎibiàn le guójiā de zhèngzhì zhìdù.

      This revolution completely changed the country's political system.

    • 工业革命对全世界的发展产生了深远影响。

      Gōngyè gémìng duì quán shìjiè de fāzhǎn chǎnshēng le shēnyuǎn yǐngxiǎng.

      The Industrial Revolution had a profound impact on the development of the entire world.

    • 人民为了自由和平等而发起了革命。

      Rénmín wèile zìyóu hé píngděng ér fāqǐ le gémìng.

      The people launched a revolution for freedom and equality.

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