근대

근대

"근대" means "modern period" or "modern times" in English.

Here, '근대' refers to 'modern era' or 'modern times', reflecting its common use as a term denoting a historical period.

자본주의는 근대의 중요한 특징이다.

Capitalism is a key feature of the modern era.

In this context, '근대' (modern) highlights its association with intellectual or societal movements during the modern era.

근대 사상은 새로운 사회 변화를 이끌었다.

Modern thought led to new social changes.

In this instance, '근대' describes 'modern', specifically tied to architecture or arts, indicating the stylistic traits associated with the modern period.

나는 근대 건축에 관심이 많다.

I am very interested in modern architecture.