古代 (gǔ dài) — ancient times, antiquity
Definition
Refers to a historical period long ago, typically before the modern era. Pairs with 古人 (the people of those times); contrast with 现代 (modern times).
noun
ancient timesantiquity
Easily confused
Examples
- 古代？gǔ dài De rén zhǔ yào chī shén me ne?What did people in ancient times mainly eat?
- 古代。Wǒ duì gǔ dài de lì shǐ hěn gǎn xìng qù.I'm very interested in the history of ancient times.
- 古代。gǔ dài De kē jì hé xiàn dài hěn bù yí yàng.The technology in ancient times was very different from modern times.
Appears in
Browse more HSK 5 words or search the full 43,000-word dictionary.