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This idiom is typically used in formal or literary contexts. Avoid using it in casual conversations, as it may come off as overly grandiose. A common mistake is to confuse it with simpler expressions denoting 'everywhere,' which lack the historical depth.
While '古今中外' is not an HSK vocabulary word, it can help learners understand the use of time and space in idiomatic expressions. Focus on recognizing how idioms like this one enrich language and convey complex ideas succinctly, which is a skill valuable for HSK level 4 and above.
Learners often misuse this idiom by applying it in informal contexts or replacing it with simpler phrases. For example, saying '古今中外' in a casual chat about weekend plans would be incorrect; use it in discussions of significant topics instead.
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How to say at all times and in all places (idiom) in Chinese
“at all times and in all places (idiom)” in Chinese is古今中外
The idiom '古今中外' means 'throughout history and across the world.' It emphasizes the timeless and universal nature of certain principles or phenomena. This phrase is often used to highlight the relevance of ideas or values that transcend cultural and temporal boundaries.
When to use 古今中外
This idiom is typically used in formal or literary contexts. Avoid using it in casual conversations, as it may come off as overly grandiose. A common mistake is to confuse it with simpler expressions denoting 'everywhere,' which lack the historical depth.
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Learners often misuse this idiom by applying it in informal contexts or replacing it with simpler phrases. For example, saying '古今中外' in a casual chat about weekend plans would be incorrect; use it in discussions of significant topics instead.
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