态势 tàishì posture
posture; situation
How to remember 态势: 态 attitude + 势 power = posture.
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How it is used
- The overall situation/posture as it's developing - 经济发展态势良好 (jīngjì fāzhǎn tàishì liánghǎo) the economic development situation is favorable.
- Emphasizes a dynamic trend or stance (military, market, competition), more analytical than static 情况 (situation).
- Formal, common in reports and news; 发展态势 (developmental trend), 竞争态势.