Common Meanings
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qiān迁
To move, relocate, or migrate (for organizations, residences, or people), indicating a change of location.
我们计划明年迁徙到南方过冬。
We plan to migrate to the south for winter next year.
To change, shift, or alter; referring to transformations or vicissitudes.
时代变迁，人们的生活方式也随之改变
As times change, people's lifestyles also change accordingly.
To demote and exile an official or person to a remote area.
这位文人因得罪权贵，被迁谪到蛮荒之地。
This scholar, having offended powerful figures, was banished to a wild and desolate land.
To be promoted to a higher official position (an archaic term for transferring office).
小李因工作表现优秀，获得升迁的机会
Due to his excellent work performance, Xiao Li got the opportunity for promotion.