found a nation; build the country
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesverb
to found a nation; to establish a country
formalRefers to the founding or establishment of a sovereign state, often used in historical or political contexts. Can function attributively as in 建国功臣.
On October 1, 1949, New China was founded.
He was an important meritorious statesman in the early days of the nation's founding.
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The great cause of national founding was a formidable historical task.
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to build the country; national construction
formalEmphasizes the ongoing process of developing, strengthening, and modernizing the nation through economic, cultural, and political efforts.
We must build the country through diligence and thrift, opposing extravagance and waste.
Building the nation requires the unremitting struggle of several generations.
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Building the country through science and education is an important path to achieving national rejuvenation.