Quánpán xīhuà de kǒuhào zài Mínguó shíqī pō yǒu yǐngxiǎng.
The slogan of 'total Westernization' was influential in the Republican era.
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history
全盘西化 ('total Westernization') was a catchphrase of the May Fourth era. Philosopher 胡适 (Hu Shi) argued for wholesale Westernization; critics like 梁漱溟 defended Chinese tradition. The debate still echoes in modern culture wars.
usage
Often carries a slightly negative shade when used about people — 太西化 ('too Westernized') implies someone has lost touch with Chinese roots. Neutral in technical contexts like 西化医学 (Western-style medicine).
