Definition
态势 (tàishì) refers to a situation or posture with a focus on trends and strategic positioning—used for economic, military, or developmental contexts. For 'situation', it emphasizes evolving trends (like 局势 but more dynamic); for 'posture', it suggests a strategic stance (more abstract than physical 姿势 or figurative 姿态).
noun
situationstate of affairs (especially economic or developmental trends)posturestance (especially military or strategic)
Examples
- 态势。Dāngqián de jīngjì tài shì bǐjiào wěndìng.The current economic situation is relatively stable.
- 态势。Shuāngfāng jūnshì tài shì yǒusuǒ huǎnhé.The military posture between the two sides has eased somewhat.
- 态势。Wǒmen yào mìqiè guānzhù shìchǎng fāzhǎn tài shì de biànhuà.We need to closely monitor changes in the market development situation.
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