Meaning and Usage
"现代化" (xiàndàihuà) refers to the process or result of becoming modern, especially in terms of technology, infrastructure, or social systems. It often implies adopting new methods or ideas to replace outdated ones.
Common Contexts
This word is frequently used in discussions about urban development, industrial progress, education reform, and technological advancement.
Collocations and Patterns
- "城市现代化" (urban modernization): describing cities upgrading infrastructure and services.
- "技术现代化" (technological modernization): focusing on updating technology.
- "教育现代化" (education modernization): reforming educational systems.
Usage Notes
"现代化" is a noun but can function as a verb when combined with verbs like "推进" (promote) or "实现" (achieve). It carries a formal tone and is common in news, academic, and official contexts. Avoid confusing it with "现代" (modern), which is an adjective describing something already modern rather than the process of becoming modern.