Definition
左派 refers to the political left or left-wing — individuals, groups, or ideologies that advocate for social equality, progressive reform, and often government intervention. In the Chinese historical and political context, the term carries specific weight, particularly from the Maoist era, where 'left' was associated with revolutionary orthodoxy. Its opposite is 右派 (yòupài, the right). Use it to describe political positions, parties, or tendencies.
n.
the leftleft-wing (as a political orientation or faction)leftist (person holding left-wing views — often used collectively)
Examples
- 左派。Zhè wèi zhèngdǎng lǐngxiù shì jiāndìng de zuǒ pài chéngyuán.This party leader is a firm member of the left.
- ，左派。Zài nà cì xuǎnjǔ zhōng, zuǒ pài yǔ yòupài jīliè jiāofēng.In that election, the left clashed fiercely with the right.
- 左派。Tā de zhèngzhì guāndiǎn yuè lái yuè piānxiàng zuǒ pài.His political views are increasingly leaning toward the left.
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