联想
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Meaning: Association
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联想
联想 (lián xiǎng) refers to the mental process of connecting ideas, concepts, or images. It is often used to describe how one thing leads the mind to think of another, such as when a particular smell reminds someone of a memory.
The character 联 (lián) means 'to connect' or 'to link,' and 想 (xiǎng) means 'to think' or 'to imagine.' Together, they form a term that captures the idea of mental association or connection between thoughts.
In daily life, 联想 is commonly used in contexts like creative thinking, memory recall, and even in advertising, where brands aim to create strong associations with their products. It is also the name of a well-known Chinese technology company, Lenovo, which literally translates to 'Think' or 'Innovate.'
Example Sentences
他看到天空中的云，联想到了一只奔跑的羊。
He looked at the clouds in the sky and associated them with a running sheep.
这个广告通过美好的画面激发了消费者的联想。
This advertisement uses beautiful images to stimulate consumers' associations.