No. 7,662 in Chinese
近代
"近代" means "modern era" or "recent times," often referring to the period from the late 19th century onward.
In a sentence
近代中国的历史发生了巨大的变化。
Modern Chinese history underwent tremendous changes.
近代 refers to the modern era in Chinese history, particularly from the early 19th century to the mid-20th century.
在近代科学领域，许多理论都有了重要的发展。
In modern science, many theories have seen significant developments.
近代 here emphasizes the modern era in the context of scientific advancements, indicating a timeline from the turn of the late Renaissance to contemporary times.
近代服饰设计体现了文化与时尚的融合。
Modern fashion design reflects the integration of culture and style.
近代 in this context pertains to the recent historical period where cultural influences and fashion have intertwined, particularly relevant to industrialization-era fashion.
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