English–Chinese
“microcosm” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinsuō yǐng
Example
这些照片是我们城市变化的缩影。zhè xiē zhào piān shì wǒ men chéng shì biàn huà de suō yǐng
These photos are a microcosm of the changes in our city.
How to say “microcosm” in Chinese
“Microcosm” in Chinese is 缩影 (suō yǐng).
A small, concrete case that lets a much larger reality be seen in one frame.
Example sentences with 缩影
旧工厂改造后，成为城市记忆的缩影。jiù gōng chǎng gǎi zào hòu chéng wéi chéng shì jì yì de suō yǐng
After renovation, the old factory became a microcosm of the city's memory.
Tips for using 缩影
- This noun has a formal, written tone and often appears in discussions of cities, society, history, and other large subjects rather than in casual chat.