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HSK 7-9
niànthinkniànthinknotwàngforget
To bear in mind constantly; to never forget.

Literal meaning

think (念) — think (念) — not (不) — forget (忘)

Origin

A classical four-character phrase.

Examples

duìjiāxiāngdefēngjǐngniànniànwàng
He never forgets the scenery of his hometown.
Zhèduànjīngràngniànniànwàng
This experience is unforgettable to me.

Usage & nuances

Emphasizes the persistence of a memory or feeling.

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