涌现

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"涌现" (yǒngxiàn) literally means "to surge up and appear." It is used to describe things or phenomena that emerge suddenly and in large numbers, often in a positive or notable context such as new ideas, problems, or industries.

Common Contexts

This word is frequently used in formal or written Chinese, especially in news reports, academic writing, and discussions about social or economic trends.

Collocations and Patterns

  • "涌现" + noun: emphasizes the sudden appearance of many instances of something.
  • "涌现问题": problems that arise suddenly and in quantity.
  • "人才涌现": many new talents emerge.

Nuances

Using "涌现" implies a dynamic and somewhat overwhelming influx rather than a slow or isolated appearance. It often conveys a sense of vitality or urgency.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "涌现" with "出现" (chūxiàn), which simply means "to appear." "涌现" stresses the quantity and suddenness of emergence, while "出现" is more neutral and general.

Example Sentences

In recent years, many emerging industries have appeared in the Chinese

Various problems keep emerging in society and need to be addressed promptly.

The emergence of new technologies has driven rapid development in the