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The word 形势 is formed by combining the character 形, meaning "shape" or "form", with 势, meaning "tendency" or "power". Together, they create a compound where 形 conveys the observable state or configuration, and 势 contributes the sense of underlying forces or trends, resulting in a term that denotes the "situation" or "circumstances" of a given context.

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当前形势非常复杂。

Dāngqián xíngshì fēicháng fùzá.

The current situation is very complex.

国际形势正在发生深刻变化。

Guójì xíngshì zhèngzài fāshēng shēnkè biànhuà.

The international situation is undergoing profound changes.

我们必须根据形势调整计划。

Wǒmen bìxū gēnjù xíngshì tiáozhěng jìhuà.

We must adjust our plans according to the situation.

经济形势好转带动了市场信心。

Jīngjì xíngshì hǎozhuǎn dàidòngle shìchǎng xìnxīn.

The improved economic situation has boosted market confidence.

面对严峻的外部形势，企业更需苦练内功。

Miànduì yánjùn de wàibù xíngshì, qǐyè gèng xū kǔ liàn nèigōng.

Facing a severe external environment, enterprises need to focus more on strengthening their internal capabilities.

Word Definition - 形势

xíng shì circumstances; situation; terrain; CL:個|个[gè]

Individual Character Details

形 xíng
势 shì