对外

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duì wài
Meaning: foreign
Example
中国在对外贸易中取得了巨大成就。
duì wài

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对外 (duì wài) meaning in English
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对外 means 'foreign' or 'external' in a general sense, often used to describe something related to other countries or external affairs. It emphasizes the relationship between internal and external contexts.

The character 对 (duì) originally meant 'to face' or 'to correspond,' and later came to mean 'correct' or 'against.' 外 (wài) means 'outside' or 'external.' Together, 对外 suggests something that is directed toward or related to the outside world.

对外 is commonly used in political, economic, and cultural contexts, such as foreign policy, foreign trade, or international relations. It is also used in business and media to describe content or activities aimed at an international audience.

💬 Example Sentences

中国在对外贸易中取得了巨大成就。
duì wài
China has made great achievements in foreign trade.
这家公司的对外宣传非常成功。
duì wài
The company's foreign promotion was very successful.

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