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从古到今 (cōng) — from ancient times to the present; throughout history

Definition

A set phrase meaning 'from ancient times to the present' — spans all of history as a single time frame, not a specific date range. Often used in writing to introduce a long-standing truth or pattern.

idiom
from ancient times to the presentthroughout history

Examples

  • 从古到今，。
    cōng, Rén men dōu zài zhuī qiú xìng fú.
    From ancient times to the present, people have been pursuing happiness.
  • 从古到今，。
    cōng, Zhè ge dì fāng jiù shì jiāo tōng yào dào.
    From ancient times to the present, this place has been a transportation hub.
  • 从古到今，。
    cōng, Méi yǒu nǎ ge cháo dài néng yǒng yuǎn qiáng shèng.
    Throughout history, no dynasty has been able to remain strong forever.

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