Definition
复古 is a separable verb (离合词) meaning 'to revive old styles' or 'to go retro'. It is commonly used in fashion, design, and culture to describe bringing back elements from the past. The verb 复 and the object 古 can be separated by a measure word or modifier, e.g., 复了一次古 ('went retro once'). You can also use it attributively in compounds like 复古风 ('retro style').
v.o.
to revive old stylesto go retro
Examples
- 复古。Jīnnián liúxíng fù gǔ fēnggé de yīfu.This year, retro-style clothing is in fashion.
- ，。Tā fù le yí cì gǔ, bǎ jiā lǐ zhuāngxiū chéng lǎo Shànghǎi de yàngzi.He went retro once and decorated his home in old Shanghai style.
- 复古。Zhè jiā kāfēiguǎn de fù gǔ shèjì hěn shòu huānyíng.The retro design of this café is very popular.
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