发扬光大

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"发扬光大" means to carry forward, develop, and widely promote something valuable, such as culture, spirit, or technology. It implies not only preserving but also enhancing and spreading the subject.

Common Contexts

This phrase is often used in formal or semi-formal contexts, such as speeches, writing about culture, education, or innovation. It expresses a positive attitude toward growth and dissemination.

Collocations and Patterns

Usage Tips

When using 发扬光大, the object is usually something positive and valuable that deserves to be enhanced and spread. Avoid using it with negative or neutral subjects. It is often used in written or formal spoken Chinese rather than casual conversation.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 发扬光大 with simple "推广" (to promote) or "发展" (to develop). 发扬光大 emphasizes both the enhancement and the broad dissemination of something with cultural or moral value.

Example Sentences

We should carry forward and promote the excellent traditional culture of the

This technology needs to be developed and popularized to benefit more

The teacher encourages students to carry forward and enhance the spirit of