B1 Expression Formal

记忆犹新

jiyi youxin

Fresh in one's memory

Significado

Describes a memory that is still very clear and vivid.

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Contexto cultural

In Chinese culture, memory is often linked to 'filial piety' and 'respect for elders'. Remembering the past is a way to honor those who came before you. Western cultures often value 'moving on' and 'looking forward'. While nostalgia is common, dwelling on the past is sometimes viewed with caution. Similar to China, Japan places high value on 'mono no aware' (the pathos of things), which involves a deep, often bittersweet appreciation for the transience of life and the memories it leaves behind. Arabic culture has a strong oral tradition where storytelling is central. Keeping memories 'fresh' through stories is a way of preserving community identity.

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Use with '至今'

Adding '至今' (zhìjīn - until now) before the phrase makes it sound much more natural and emphatic.

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Don't over-use

Because it's a formal idiom, using it in every sentence will make you sound like a textbook. Use it sparingly for impact.

Significado

Describes a memory that is still very clear and vivid.

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Use with '至今'

Adding '至今' (zhìjīn - until now) before the phrase makes it sound much more natural and emphatic.

⚠️

Don't over-use

Because it's a formal idiom, using it in every sentence will make you sound like a textbook. Use it sparingly for impact.

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Pair with emotions

Combine it with emotional adjectives like '那次感人的经历,我记忆犹新' to add depth.

Ponte a prueba

Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.

那次旅行,我至今__________。

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: 记忆犹新

The phrase '至今' (until now) pairs perfectly with '记忆犹新' to show a long-lasting memory.

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

Choose the best sentence.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: 我对那件事记忆犹新。

The structure [Subject] + 对 + [Object] + 记忆犹新 is the standard grammatical form.

Complete the dialogue.

A: 你还记得我们第一次见面吗? B: 当然,__________。

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: 我记忆犹新

The context is a shared memory, so 'I remember it vividly' is the correct response.

Match the situation to the correct usage.

When should you use '记忆犹新'?

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: Describing a childhood memory

This phrase is for significant past memories, not daily tasks.

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Banco de ejercicios

4 ejercicios
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase. Fill Blank B1

那次旅行,我至今__________。

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: 记忆犹新

The phrase '至今' (until now) pairs perfectly with '记忆犹新' to show a long-lasting memory.

Which sentence is grammatically correct? Choose B1

Choose the best sentence.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: 我对那件事记忆犹新。

The structure [Subject] + 对 + [Object] + 记忆犹新 is the standard grammatical form.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: 你还记得我们第一次见面吗? B: 当然,__________。

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: 我记忆犹新

The context is a shared memory, so 'I remember it vividly' is the correct response.

Match the situation to the correct usage. situation_matching B1

When should you use '记忆犹新'?

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: Describing a childhood memory

This phrase is for significant past memories, not daily tasks.

🎉 Puntuación: /4

Preguntas frecuentes

12 preguntas

Generally no. It is for events or experiences. Use '印象深刻' for people.

Yes, it is a four-character idiom (chengyu), which is inherently formal.

Yes, but it might sound a bit serious. Use it for meaningful messages.

It means 'still new'. It's a metaphor for a memory that hasn't aged.

Very common in both spoken and written Chinese.

No, you need the '对' (duì) particle.

No, it can be used for negative memories like failures or accidents.

'记得' is just 'to remember'. '记忆犹新' is 'to remember vividly'.

Yes, it's great for interviews or professional reflections.

jì yì yóu xīn. Focus on the tones.

No, it's for past events that have had time to fade but haven't.

Yes, '历历在目' and '刻骨铭心'.

Frases relacionadas

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历历在目

synonym

Vividly before the eyes.

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刻骨铭心

similar

Etched into the bones.

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念念不忘

similar

Thinking of it constantly.

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记忆深刻

builds on

Deep memory.

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