No. 1,414 in Chinese
长征
"长征" (Chángzhēng) translates to "Long March," referring to the historic military retreat of the Red Army in China from 1934 to 1936.
In a sentence
红军在中国历史上著名的事件是长征。
The Long March was a famous event in Chinese history for the Red Army.
This sentence uses '长征' to refer to the historical event known as the Long March, showcasing its significance in a historical context.
现代的长征是关于实现远大的目标和齐心协力。
A modern 'Long March' is about achieving ambitious goals and working together.
Here, '长征' is used metaphorically to symbolize perseverance and collective effort towards achieving ambitions.
他的事业如同一场长征,需要耐心和毅力。
His career is like a Long March, requiring patience and perseverance.
'长征' in this example conveys a comparison emphasizing a prolonged and challenging journey toward objectives.
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