新闻

Definition

Reports about recent events.

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Etymology

'新闻' (xīnwén) combines '新' (xīn), meaning 'new,' and '闻' (wén), meaning 'to hear' or 'to inquire.' It denotes updated information or news received.

How & Where It’s Used

'新闻' is typically used in formal contexts, such as media, journalism, and reports, but also appears in everyday conversation about current events.

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