Definition
年华 refers to the years of one's life, often with a poetic or nostalgic tone — like 'the passing years' or 'time in one's prime'. It is distinct from 时间 (clock time) and 年龄 (numerical age); it emphasizes the emotional or qualitative experience of time, especially youth or a significant period. Common in literary and reflective contexts: 青春年华 (youthful years), 年华似水 (time flows like water).
n.
the years of one's lifetime (as a precious or fleeting resource)(literary) the passing yearsone's prime
Examples
- 年华。Qīngchūn nián huá shì zuì měihǎo de shíguāng.Youthful years are the most beautiful time.
- 年华，。nián huá sì shuǐ, yí qù bù huílái.Time passes like water; once gone, it never returns.
- 年华。Tā bǎ zìjǐ zuì měi de nián huá xiàn gěi le jiàoyù shìyè.She dedicated her most beautiful years to education.
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