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稽古振今 — “To study and learn from ancient history or past experiences to inspire”

稽古振今 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to study and learn from ancient history or past experiences to inspire”. Revitalize, and improve current undertakings. Literally, “Examine the past to revitalize the present”.

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稽古振今 Pronunciation and Pinyin

稽古振今 Character Breakdown

Stroke Order
CharacterPinyinStrokesMeaning
稽
jī15examine, investigate, or audit
古
gǔ5ancient times or classical poetry
振
zhèn10rouse, vibrate, or relieve
今
jīn4now; present

Example Sentence with 稽古振今

这位建筑师在设计新方案时,常常稽古振今,从传统美学中汲取灵感。
When designing new proposals, this architect often studies ancient wisdom to revitalize modern concepts, drawing inspiration from traditional aesthetics.

Idioms Related to 稽古振今

More idioms starting with 稽

  • jī稽gǔ古kuí揆jīn今examine past, weigh present
  • jī稽yí疑sòng送nán难investigate doubts and resolve difficulties
  • qǐ稽sǎng颡mó膜bài拜prostrate oneself in worship

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What does 稽古振今 mean?

稽古振今 (jī gǔ zhèn jīn) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to study and learn from ancient history or past experiences to inspire”.

How do you pronounce 稽古振今?

稽古振今 is pronounced jī gǔ zhèn jīn in Mandarin Chinese.

What does 稽古振今 literally mean?

Literally, 稽古振今 means “Examine the past to revitalize the present”. It is used to mean “to study and learn from ancient history or past experiences to inspire”.

What is the Chinese definition of 稽古振今?

指考查古事作为借鉴,以振兴现代。

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