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dài
1
the not-very-distant past
2
modern times, excluding recent decades
3
(in the context of Chinese history) the period from the Opium Wars until the May 4th Movement (mid-19th century to 1919)
4
capitalist times (pre-1949)
近代中国的历史很有意思。
The history of modern China is very interesting.
近代技术的发展很迅速。
The development of modern technology is rapid.
近代艺术在不断创新。
Modern art is constantly innovating.
近代社会发生了巨大变化。
Great changes have occurred in modern society.
近代城市的建设迅速发展。
The construction of modern cities is developing rapidly.
近代教育注重学生的创造力。
Modern education emphasizes students' creativity.
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