百年

bǎi nián
hundred years

这家公司已经有百年的历史了。

This company has a history of a hundred years.


general

A period of one hundred years.

百年修得同船渡,千年修得共枕眠。

It takes a hundred years of cultivation to meet on the same boat, and a thousand years to share the same pillow.

Often used to describe long-standing traditions, historical periods, or significant anniversaries.

figurative

A metaphor for a very long time or an enduring legacy.

他们的友谊是百年的。

Their friendship is a hundred years old.

Used to emphasize the depth or longevity of a relationship, tradition, or institution.

Collocations

百年大计long-term plan百年树人educating people for a century百年好合a hundred years of harmony

Related Phrases

百年大计phrase
long-term plan
百年树人phrase
educating people for a century
百年好合phrase
a hundred years of harmony

Pro Tip

Historical Context

When referring to historical periods, '百年' often emphasizes the depth of history or tradition.

Gold Rule

Longevity Emphasis

'百年' is often used to highlight the enduring nature of something, whether it's a relationship, institution, or tradition.

Word Origin

Composed of '百' (bǎi, hundred) and '年' (nián, year), literally meaning 'hundred years'.

Usage Notes

Commonly used to describe historical longevity, significant milestones, or enduring relationships. Can also be used figuratively to emphasize the importance or depth of something.

Word Breakdown

hundred
root
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year
root
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