sea change
复数形式
sea changes
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根本性的变化, 深刻的转变
a complete or notable change compared to what the situation originally was
The idiom "sea change" originates from Shakespeare's play "The Tempest," where Ariel sings, "Full fathom five thy father lies; Of his bones are coral made; Those are pearls that were his eyes: Nothing of him that doth fade, But doth suffer a sea-change." In the play, it signifies a transformation brought about by the sea, specifically the change of a human body into something different, like coral or pearls. Over time, this phrase has evolved and is now used to describe a profound, significant, or transformative change in various contexts, often related to a person's character, a situation, or a society.
- His travels around the world brought about a sea change in his perspective, making him more open-minded and understanding.
他的环球旅行带来了他视角上的巨大变化，使他变得更加开放和理解。
- The introduction of new technology resulted in a sea change in the way people communicate and conduct business.
新技术的引入导致了人们沟通和做生意方式的巨大变化。
- After a period of self-reflection and personal growth, she underwent a sea change in her attitude and became more compassionate.
经过一段时间的自我反省和个人成长，她的态度发生了翻天覆地的变化，变得更加富有同情心。
- The political landscape saw a sea change when the new leader took office, introducing radical reforms and policies.
当新领导人上任并引入激进的改革和政策时，政治格局发生了巨大变化。
- The company's restructuring brought about a sea change in its corporate culture and efficiency, leading to increased productivity and success.
公司的重组带来了企业文化和效率的巨大变化，从而提高了生产力和成功。