As countries are experiencing the COVID-19 crisis and an economic slowdown, 2020 has been filled with distinctive words unlike any other. COVID-19 has a huge impact on people in different walks of life, and the language, like all of us, has had to adapt quickly this year.

What is the one word in your view that reflects the uniqueness of the unprecedented year of 2020 and is closely related to our lives?

Write down your answer and explain why. We will nominate five words, from which our readers will vote to reveal the one that will be China Daily app's 2020 Word of the Year.

1. Send your answers by Dec 13

2. Voting will start on Dec 16 and remain open until Dec 22

3. The final result will be announced on Dec 25

4. A grand prize will be awarded to 10 participants whose nomination is voted as China Daily app's Word of the Year