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衍生创作
yǎn shēng chuàng zuò
derivative work
这个同人小说是基于《哈利·波特》的衍生创作。
This fanfiction is a derivative work based on Harry Potter.
technical
A creative work (e.g., art, writing, video) that is based on or inspired by an existing work, often sharing its characters, setting, or universe.
许多YouTuber会制作基于热门游戏的衍生创作视频。
Many YouTubers create derivative works based on popular games.
粉丝们通过衍生创作表达对原作品的热爱。
Fans express their love for the original work through derivative creations.
Common in fan culture, online communities, and creative industries. Often subject to copyright discussions.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Copyright Awareness
Derivative works often exist in a legal gray area. Always check the original work's copyright policy before publishing derivative content.
Gold Rule
Fan vs. Official
Distinguish between 'fan derivative works' (created by fans) and 'official derivative works' (licensed by copyright holders).
Word Origin
The term combines '衍生' (yǎnshēng, meaning 'derivative' or 'derived') and '创作' (chuàngzuò, meaning 'creation' or 'work'). It entered modern usage alongside the rise of internet culture and fan communities in the 2000s.
Usage Notes
In Chinese internet culture, '衍生创作' often refers specifically to fan-made content that builds upon existing intellectual properties, while in legal contexts it may refer to any derivative work under copyright law.
Word Breakdown
衍生
derived, derivative
root创作
creation, work
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