Conversation with Merlin [email protected] · Sun Dec 10 2023

我将要参加“外研杯”全国中学生外语素养大赛复赛。比赛形式是定题演讲,主题为“日新”。选手根据主题自选角度自拟题目和内容进行两分钟英文演讲,如阐述对“日新”的理解、观点,要求演讲内容积极向上、活泼新颖,体现正能量。本环节综合考查选手的语言表达能力和思维能力。日新(Constant Renewal),意思是天天更新。从“苟日新,日日新,又日新”到“富有之谓大业,日新之谓盛德”,中华民族的精神贯穿其中。一代代中国人努力使自身不断更新,使民众、社会、国家不断更新,持续进步、完善,始终呈现新的气象。它是贯穿在“修齐治平”各层面的一种自强不息、不断革新进取的精神。现在,假如你是参赛选手,就constant renewal写一篇2分钟的英文演讲稿,要与中国文化相契合,并且以改革开放为背景,谢谢(全文不能有中文)

Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed judges, and fellow competitors, it is my honor to speak to you today on the theme of "Constant Renewal." As a Chinese proverb goes, "苟日新,日日新,又日新" (no matter how old one gets, one should always strive for renewal). This spirit runs deep within our Chinese culture, and it has been the driving force behind the continuous progress and perfecting of our nation.

For centuries, the Chinese people have been working tirelessly to improve themselves, their communities, and their country. From the earliest days of the Cultural Revolution to the present day, the pursuit of constant renewal has been a guiding principle for us. We have never been content to rest on our laurels, but have always pushed forward, seeking new ways to better ourselves and our society.

Today, as we stand at the threshold of a new era, the spirit of constant renewal remains just as important as ever. With the background of reform and opening-up, we must continue to strive for innovation and progress. We must embrace new ideas, new technologies, and new ways of thinking, while always remaining rooted in our cultural heritage.

In this age of rapid change, the ability to adapt and evolve is crucial. We must be open to new possibilities, and willing to challenge ourselves and our beliefs. We must be willing to embrace new ideas, and to find new and innovative ways to solve the problems of our nation and our world.

But constant renewal is not just about change for its own sake. It is about constantly striving to improve, to perfect, and to perfect ourselves, our society, and our culture. It is about embracing new ideas and new perspectives, while always remaining true to our values and our beliefs.

As a young Chinese person, I am proud to be a part of this great tradition. I am committed to the pursuit of constant renewal, and to doing my part in shaping a brighter, more prosperous future for our nation and our world. Thank you.