Buzzwords of 2023 reflect transforming China

STORY: Buzzwords of 2023 reflect transforming China SHOOTING TIME: File DATELINE: Dec. 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:34 LOCATION: Beijing CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of China (file) STORYLINE: Multiple organizations in China have recently unveiled their lists of 2023's most popular catchphrases, new lexicons, and online buzzwords, painting a vivid picture of a dynamic and transforming country. From emerging technological terms such as "generative AI," to grassroots sports phenomena like "village basketball association," these phrases have succinctly captured various facets of the year, marking changes in Chinese people's perceptions and everyday lives. Zhen (self-inspire) This Chinese character is believed to embody the concept of adhering steadfastly to one's ideals amid challenges, and feeling joy resulting from every inch of progress. Generative AI Battle of large models Both are related to mushrooming AI applications based on large language models such as ChatGPT, or China tech giant Baidu's ERN

Koizumi's pet expression chosen as catchphrase of year

Koizumi's pet expression chosen as catchphrase of year

TOKYO, Japan - Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi (C) stands holding a plaque at a ceremony in Tokyo on Dec. 3 to award a prize to people who coined this year's best catchphrases. Six phrases related to Koizumi, such as his ''reform without sacred cows,'' were chosen by publisher Jiyukokuminsha as this year's most popular catchphrases.

Koizumi's pet expression chosen as catchphrase of year

Koizumi's pet expression chosen as catchphrase of year

TOKYO, Japan - Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi (C) stands holding a plaque at a ceremony in Tokyo on Dec. 3 to award a prize to people who coined this year's best catchphrases. Six phrases related to Koizumi, such as his ''reform without sacred cows,'' were chosen by publisher Jiyukokuminsha as this year's most popular catchphrases.