大部分
Majority; most (of something).
大部分 در ۳۰ ثانیه
- 大部分 (dà bù fèn) means 'majority' or 'most of'. It is used to describe the largest part of a whole group or quantity.
- It is very versatile and can be used with both countable things (like people) and uncountable things (like time or money).
- Grammatically, it often appears as '大部分 + Noun' and usually requires the adverb '都' (dōu) before the verb in a sentence.
- It is a key word for making generalizations and is essential for moving beyond simple descriptions to discussing trends and groups.
The Chinese term 大部分 (dà bù fèn) is a cornerstone of quantitative expression in Mandarin. At its most basic level, it translates to "the majority," "most of," or "the greater part." Understanding this word requires looking at its constituent characters: 大 (dà) meaning 'big' or 'great', and 部分 (bù fèn) meaning 'part' or 'section'. Together, they literally describe a 'big part' of a whole. Unlike some English quantifiers that are strictly limited to countable or uncountable nouns, 大部分 is incredibly versatile. It can be used to describe a majority of people, a majority of time, a majority of a physical object, or even a majority of an abstract concept like energy or attention.
- Grammatical Role
- In a sentence, it often functions as a noun that acts as a determiner. You will frequently see the structure "大部分 + (的) + Noun" or "Noun + 的 + 大部分". For example, 大部分学生 (dà bù fèn xué sheng) means 'most students'.
这里的大部分书都是我的。 (Zhèlǐ de dà bù fèn shū dōu shì wǒ de.) — Most of the books here are mine.
Native speakers use 大部分 when they want to generalize without implying 100% totality. It is the perfect middle ground between 很多 (hěn duō - many) and 全部 (quán bù - all). If you say 'many people like spicy food,' you are just stating a large number. If you say 'most people (大部分人) like spicy food,' you are making a statistical claim about the majority of a specific group. This distinction is vital in academic writing, news reporting, and daily negotiations where precision about 'how much' matters.
- Versatility
- It applies to time (大部分时间), space (大部分地区), and quantity (大部分钱). This makes it one of the most useful words for A2 learners to master early on.
我大部分时间都在学习。 (Wǒ dà bù fèn shí jiān dōu zài xué xí.) — I spend most of my time studying.
In summary, 大部分 is the go-to word for expressing 'the lion's share'. Whether you are talking about the majority of a population or the majority of your weekend, this word provides the necessary scale. It is formal enough for a business presentation but common enough for a chat at a coffee shop. Its structural simplicity—being composed of two very common concepts—makes it easy to remember but its application requires attention to the 'all-inclusive' nature of Chinese sentence structure, specifically the use of the word 'all' (都) to refer back to the 'majority' mentioned earlier.
Using 大部分 correctly involves understanding its placement relative to the noun it modifies and the verb that follows. The most common pattern is 大部分 + (的) + Noun. The particle 的 (de) is often optional, especially in casual speech, but including it can make the sentence feel more complete or formal. For example, 大部分人 (dà bù fèn rén) and 大部分的人 (dà bù fèn de rén) both mean 'most people'.
- The 'Dou' Requirement
- One of the most important rules for English speakers to learn is that when 大部分 is the subject, the adverb 都 (dōu) must usually appear before the verb. This is because Chinese logic requires a 'totalizing' word to refer back to a plural or partial subject. Example: 大部分学生都通过了考试 (Most students [all] passed the exam).
大部分工作中,沟通都很重要。 (Dà bù fèn gōng zuò zhōng, gōu tōng dōu hěn zhòng yào.) — In most jobs, communication is very important.
Another common structure is placing the whole group first, followed by 的 (de) and then 大部分. This is similar to the English 'the majority of...'. For instance, 这些苹果的大部分 (zhè xiē píng guǒ de dà bù fèn) means 'the majority of these apples'. This structure is particularly useful when you have already established the 'whole' and want to focus on a specific portion of it.
- Countable vs. Uncountable
- While 大多数 (dà duō shù) is often preferred for countable things (like people or cars), 大部分 is the universal choice for uncountable things like water, work, or abstract time. If you aren't sure which one to use, 大部分 is almost always safe.
他把大部分钱都存进了银行。 (Tā bǎ dà bù fèn qián dōu cún jìn le yín háng.) — He deposited most of the money into the bank.
Finally, 大部分 can stand alone as a pronoun if the context is clear. If someone asks, "How much of the cake did you eat?" you can simply reply, "大部分" (The majority). This makes it a very efficient tool for communication. However, in full sentences, remember that the 'part-whole' relationship is central to Chinese grammar, and 大部分 serves as the bridge that defines that relationship clearly for the listener.
You will encounter 大部分 in almost every facet of Chinese life, from the evening news to a casual dinner conversation. It is a high-frequency word because humans naturally categorize the world into 'most' and 'some'. In a professional setting, you will hear it during data presentations: 大部分客户 (dà bù fèn kè hù)—most clients—prefer a certain feature. In news broadcasts, it is used for weather reports: 大部分地区 (dà bù fèn dì qū)—most areas—will experience rain tomorrow. This usage highlights its role in providing general overviews of complex situations.
- Daily Life & Socializing
- When friends talk about their lives, they use it to describe habits. "I spend 大部分 of my weekends at home." It’s a way to be honest without being absolute. It also appears frequently in complaints or praise regarding work-life balance, where 'most of my energy' (大部分精力) is a common phrase.
我们班大部分同学都喜欢运动。 (Wǒ men bān dà bù fèn tóng xué dōu xǐ huān yùn dòng.) — Most of the students in our class like sports.
In the digital world, social media influencers and bloggers use 大部分 to summarize trends. You might see a headline like "Why 大部分 young people are choosing to live in smaller cities." Here, it serves as a hook to talk about a general social phenomenon. It is also common in product reviews: "大部分 users find this app easy to use." This builds social proof and credibility.
- Academic & Formal Contexts
- In textbooks and research papers, 大部分 is used to describe findings. It is more neutral and objective than saying 'many'. It implies a statistical majority (usually >50%), making it a staple of logical argumentation and scientific reporting.
这篇文章的大部分内容都很精彩。 (Zhè piān wén zhāng de dà bù fèn nèi róng dōu hěn jīng cǎi.) — Most of the content of this article is wonderful.
Ultimately, hearing 大部分 tells you that the speaker is looking at the 'big picture'. It filters out the exceptions and focuses on the dominant trend. Whether you are listening to a podcast about history or a colleague explaining a project, this word will be your signal that the speaker is about to describe the primary state of affairs.
For English speakers, the most frequent mistake when using 大部分 is forgetting the adverb 都 (dōu). In English, we say "Most people like coffee." In Chinese, you must say "Most people all like coffee" (大部分人都喜欢咖啡). Leaving out 都 makes the sentence sound incomplete or 'naked' to a native ear, as if the logical loop hasn't been closed.
- Mistake 1: Missing 'Dou'
- Incorrect: 大部分学生喜欢这门课。 (Dà bù fèn xué sheng xǐ huān zhè mén kè.)
Correct: 大部分学生都喜欢这门课。 (Dà bù fèn xué sheng dōu xǐ huān zhè mén kè.)
注意:如果你用了大部分,别忘了用“都”。 (Zhù yì: rú guǒ nǐ yòng le dà bù fèn, bié wàng le yòng "dōu".) — Note: If you use 'dabufen', don't forget to use 'dou'.
Another common error is confusing 大部分 (dà bù fèn) with 大多数 (dà duō shù). While they are often interchangeable, 大多数 specifically refers to 'a great number' and is usually used for countable items like people, animals, or objects. You cannot use 大多数 for uncountable nouns like 'water' or 'time'. Saying 大多数时间 is technically incorrect; you should say 大部分时间. 大部分 is the safer, more flexible choice for beginners.
- Mistake 2: Using it as an Adverb
- In English, 'mostly' is an adverb (e.g., "I mostly eat fruit"). In Chinese, 大部分 is a noun phrase. You cannot say "我大部分吃水果." You must say "我大部分时间都吃水果" (I most of the time eat fruit) or use the adverb 多半 (duō bàn).
他大部分时间都在加班。 (Tā dà bù fèn shí jiān dōu zài jiā bān.) — He spends most of his time working overtime.
Finally, learners sometimes use 大部分 when they actually mean 'all' (全部 quán bù) or 'many' (很多 hěn duō). 大部分 implies a specific portion of a whole. If you are just saying there are many people in a park, use 很多人. If you are saying that of the people in the park, the majority are children, then use 大部分. Precision in these quantifiers will make your Chinese sound much more natural and logical.
To truly master 大部分, you must understand how it compares to its synonyms and near-synonyms. The most common alternative is 大多数 (dà duō shù). While 大部分 means 'the big part', 大多数 means 'the great number'. This subtle difference makes 大多数 slightly more formal and more specific to countable entities. In many contexts, they are interchangeable, but 大部分 is more common in daily speech and for uncountable concepts.
- Comparison: 大部分 vs. 大多数
- 大部分: Universal. Used for time, money, people, areas. (大部分时间 - Correct)
- 大多数: Countable only. Used for people, cars, books. (大多数时间 - Awkward)
大多数人认为他是对的。 (Dà duō shù rén rèn wéi tā shì duì de.) — Most people think he is right.
Another related term is 多半 (duō bàn). This literally means 'more than half'. While 大部分 is a noun phrase, 多半 often functions as an adverb meaning 'mostly' or 'likely'. If you want to say "It will likely rain today," you would use 多半 (今天多半会下雨). 大部分 is more about the physical or conceptual quantity, while 多半 often carries a sense of probability or habitual action.
- Comparison: 大部分 vs. 许多
- 大部分: Focuses on the proportion relative to a whole.
- 许多 (xǔ duō): Simply means 'many' or 'a lot of' without comparing it to a total.
世界上有许多国家,但大部分国家都参加了会议。 (Shì jiè shàng yǒu xǔ duō guó jiā, dàn dà bù fèn guó jiā dōu cān jiā le huì yì.) — There are many countries in the world, but most of them attended the meeting.
Finally, consider 主要 (zhǔ yào), which means 'main' or 'primary'. While 大部分 is quantitative (how much), 主要 is qualitative (how important). If you are talking about the main reason for something, use 主要原因. If you are talking about the majority of the reasons (if there are many), you might use 大部分原因. Understanding these nuances allows you to choose the exact word that fits your logical intent, making your Chinese precise and sophisticated.
چقدر رسمی است؟
"大部分受访者对此持肯定态度。"
"大部分学生都回家了。"
"我大部分钱都花了。"
"大部分小朋友都喜欢吃糖。"
"这波大部分稳了。"
نکته جالب
The character '分' (fèn) contains the radical for 'knife' (刀) at the bottom, which visually represents the act of dividing a whole into parts.
راهنمای تلفظ
- Pronouncing 'fen' as 'fan'.
- Mixing up the tones, especially making 'bu' a second tone.
- Not fully dropping the pitch on the fourth tones.
- Confusing 'fen' (part) with 'fen' (minute).
- Slurring the syllables together too quickly.
سطح دشواری
Characters are basic (A1-A2 level). Easy to recognize.
Writing '部' can be tricky for beginners due to the stroke order.
Simple to pronounce, but remember the 'dou' rule.
Very common in speech, easy to pick out.
بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟
پیشنیازها
بعداً یاد بگیرید
پیشرفته
گرامر لازم
The Adverb '都' (dōu)
大部分人都喜欢咖啡。
The Particle '的' (de)
大部分的书都是新的。
Topic-Comment Structure
这些苹果,大部分都坏了。
Ba-Sentence (把)
他把大部分钱都给了我。
Comparison with '大多数'
大多数人 (Countable) vs 大部分时间 (Uncountable).
مثالها بر اساس سطح
大部分人喜欢咖啡。
Most people like coffee.
Simple subject-verb-object with 'dabufen'.
大部分学生都在教室里。
Most students are in the classroom.
Using 'dou' to refer to the majority.
这里的苹果大部分是红色的。
Most of the apples here are red.
Using 'dabufen' as a predicate.
我大部分时间都在家。
I am at home most of the time.
Dabufen modifying the uncountable noun 'time'.
大部分朋友都来了。
Most of my friends have come.
Using 'dou' with a completed action.
大部分衣服都是新的。
Most of the clothes are new.
Noun + dou + shi + adjective.
大部分猫都怕水。
Most cats are afraid of water.
Generalization about a species.
他吃掉了大部分蛋糕。
He ate most of the cake.
Dabufen as the object of the verb.
大部分工作中,英语都很重要。
In most jobs, English is very important.
Dabufen used in a prepositional phrase.
我把大部分钱都存了。
I saved most of the money.
Ba-sentence structure with dabufen.
大部分地区明天会下雨。
Most areas will have rain tomorrow.
Future tense with 'hui'.
这本书的大部分内容我都忘了。
I've forgotten most of the content of this book.
Topic-comment structure.
大部分人都不喜欢加班。
Most people don't like working overtime.
Negative sentence with 'dou bu'.
他大部分时间都在看电视。
He spends most of his time watching TV.
Dabufen shijian as a time adverbial.
大部分孩子都喜欢玩游戏。
Most children like playing games.
Simple generalization.
这件衣服的大部分是棉做的。
Most of this garment is made of cotton.
Describing material composition.
在大部分情况下,我们需要先预约。
In most cases, we need to make an appointment first.
Using 'zai... qingkuang xia' (under... circumstances).
大部分员工都对新政策感到满意。
Most employees are satisfied with the new policy.
Expressing feelings of a group.
他大部分的精力都花在了学习上。
Most of his energy was spent on studying.
Abstract noun 'jingli' (energy).
大部分历史学家都同意这个观点。
Most historians agree with this point of view.
Formal subject 'lishixuejia'.
这篇文章的大部分论点都很精彩。
Most of the arguments in this article are wonderful.
Modifying abstract 'lundian' (arguments).
大部分时间里,他都是一个人住。
Most of the time, he lives alone.
Time duration phrase.
大部分城市都有公共交通。
Most cities have public transportation.
General fact about infrastructure.
大部分观众都被电影的情节感动了。
Most of the audience was moved by the movie's plot.
Passive voice with 'bei'.
大部分受访者认为环境问题非常紧迫。
Most respondents believe that environmental issues are very urgent.
Formal term 'shoufangzhe' (respondents).
大部分投资都流向了科技行业。
Most of the investment has flowed into the technology industry.
Economic context.
绝大部分人都支持这项新的法律。
The vast majority of people support this new law.
Using 'jue' for emphasis.
大部分责任应该由管理层承担。
Most of the responsibility should be borne by the management.
Abstract noun 'zeren' (responsibility).
大部分数据都表明全球气候正在变暖。
Most of the data indicates that the global climate is warming.
Scientific context.
大部分中国家庭都非常重视教育。
Most Chinese families attach great importance to education.
Cultural generalization.
大部分资源都被用于开发新产品。
Most of the resources were used to develop new products.
Resource allocation context.
大部分人对未来持乐观态度。
Most people hold an optimistic attitude toward the future.
Expressing an attitude.
大部分社会舆论都倾向于支持弱势群体。
Most social public opinion tends to support vulnerable groups.
Sociological context.
大部分文学作品都反映了时代的特征。
Most literary works reflect the characteristics of the times.
Literary analysis.
大部分研究都忽略了心理因素的影响。
Most studies have ignored the influence of psychological factors.
Critique of research.
大部分初创企业在第一年都会面临资金困难。
Most startups face financial difficulties in their first year.
Business trend analysis.
大部分艺术家的创作灵感来源于生活。
Most artists' creative inspiration comes from life.
Abstract concept 'linggan' (inspiration).
大部分消费者在购买前会参考网上的评价。
Most consumers refer to online reviews before purchasing.
Consumer behavior analysis.
大部分古建筑都得到了妥善的保护。
Most ancient buildings have been properly protected.
Heritage preservation context.
大部分专家认为,这种现象是暂时的。
Most experts believe that this phenomenon is temporary.
Expert opinion context.
大部分哲学体系都试图解答人生的意义。
Most philosophical systems attempt to answer the meaning of life.
Philosophical context.
大部分法律条文都需要根据实际情况进行解释。
Most legal provisions need to be interpreted according to actual circumstances.
Legal context.
大部分跨国公司都面临着文化冲突的挑战。
Most multinational companies face the challenge of cultural conflict.
Global business context.
大部分科学发现都是长期积累的结果。
Most scientific discoveries are the result of long-term accumulation.
Scientific epistemology.
大部分历史事件都有其深刻的社会根源。
Most historical events have their profound social roots.
Historical analysis.
大部分政治家在选举中都会承诺降低税收。
Most politicians promise to lower taxes during elections.
Political context.
大部分心理疾病都可以通过药物和咨询得到缓解。
Most mental illnesses can be alleviated through medication and counseling.
Medical context.
大部分传统手工艺都面临着失传的危险。
Most traditional handicrafts are in danger of being lost.
Cultural preservation context.
ترکیبهای رایج
عبارات رایج
大部分来说
占大部分
绝大部分
其中的大部分
大部分时间里
大部分的功劳
大部分的责任
大部分的努力
大部分的损失
大部分的收入
اغلب اشتباه گرفته میشود با
Use 'dabufen' for uncountable things; 'daduoshu' is for countable items.
'Henduo' just means many; 'dabufen' means the majority of a specific group.
'Duoban' often means 'likely' (adverb), while 'dabufen' is 'majority' (noun).
اصطلاحات و عبارات
"大部就班"
This is a play on '按部就班', meaning to follow the proper order. It's not a standard idiom but shows the 'bu' character's role in order.
我们应该按部就班地完成大部分工作。
Formal"九牛一毛"
A drop in the bucket. The opposite of 'dabufen', meaning a tiny fraction.
这点钱对他来说只是九牛一毛,他还有大部分财产。
Literary"大同小异"
Largely identical but with minor differences. Relates to 'dabufen' in the sense of 'mostly'.
这两本书的内容大同小异,大部分章节都一样。
Neutral"不可分割"
Inseparable. Relates to the 'fen' in 'dabufen'.
这部分是整体中不可分割的大部分。
Formal"分门别类"
To classify. Relates to 'bu' (department) and 'fen' (part).
我们将大部分资料分门别类地放好。
Formal"大势所趋"
The general trend. Implies what the majority is doing.
这是大势所趋,大部分公司都会这么做。
Formal"众口难调"
It's hard to please everyone. Often used when 'dabufen' like something but a few don't.
虽然大部分人都满意,但众口难调。
Neutral"大显身手"
To fully display one's talents. Often involves using 'most' of one's ability.
他在这个项目中发挥了大部分的才华。
Neutral"大有可为"
Very promising. Implies 'most' of the future is bright.
这个行业大有可为,大部分投资人都看好。
Formal"分秒必争"
To count every second. The opposite of wasting 'dabufen shijian'.
我们必须分秒必争,不能浪费大部分时间。
Neutralبهراحتی اشتباه گرفته میشود
Both describe a large amount.
全部 is 100%; 大部分 is more than 50% but less than 100%.
全部学生 (All students) vs 大部分学生 (Most students).
Both refer to the 'main' part.
主要 is qualitative (importance); 大部分 is quantitative (amount).
主要原因 (Main reason) vs 大部分原因 (Most of the reasons).
Both mean a lot.
许多 is just 'many'; 大部分 is 'the majority of a specific whole'.
许多人 (Many people) vs 大部分人 (Most people in this group).
Both used for generalizations.
一般 means 'usually' or 'common'; 大部分 means 'majority'.
一般情况下 (Usually) vs 大部分情况下 (In most cases).
Both mean more than half.
多半 is often an adverb (likely); 大部分 is a noun phrase (majority).
他多半会来 (He will likely come) vs 大部分人会来 (Most people will come).
الگوهای جملهسازی
大部分 + Noun + 都 + Verb
大部分人都喝茶。
大部分 + Time/Money + 都 + Verb
我大部分时间都在学习。
在 + 大部分 + 情况下
在大部分情况下,他是对的。
绝大部分 + Noun + 都...
绝大部分人都支持他。
大部分 + Abstract Noun + 都...
大部分社会舆论都支持改革。
Noun + 的 + 大部分 + 归因于...
这种现象的大部分归因于经济因素。
占 + 大部分
这占了开支的大部分。
大部分 + 时候
大部分时候他很忙。
خانواده کلمه
اسمها
فعلها
صفتها
مرتبط
نحوه استفاده
Extremely high in both spoken and written Chinese.
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大部分人喜欢咖啡。
→
大部分人都喜欢咖啡。
You need the adverb '都' to refer back to the plural subject '大部分人'.
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大多数时间。
→
大部分时间。
Time is uncountable, so '大部分' is the correct choice over '大多数'.
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我大部分吃水果。
→
我大部分时间都吃水果。
'大部分' is a noun phrase, not an adverb. You need to modify a noun like 'time'.
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大部分的他们。
→
他们中的大部分。
The correct way to say 'most of them' is 'they-middle-of-majority'.
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大部分人是学生。
→
大部分人都是学生。
Even with the verb 'to be' (是), you still need '都' for emphasis and correctness.
نکات
The 'Dou' Rule
Always remember to add '都' (dōu) before the verb when '大部分' is your subject. It's the most common mistake for learners.
Versatility
Use '大部分' for time, money, and energy. It's much more natural than using other quantifiers for these uncountable nouns.
Softening Generalizations
Use '大部分' instead of '全部' (all) to make your statements sound more realistic and less aggressive.
Formal Emphasis
In essays, use '绝大部分' to show that something is nearly universal. it sounds very professional.
Context Clues
If you hear '大部分', expect a '都' to follow. This helps you predict the sentence structure.
Fourth Tone Practice
This word is a great way to practice the fourth tone. Each syllable (dà-bù-fèn) falls sharply.
Collective Mindset
Using '大部分' reflects the Chinese cultural focus on the group rather than the individual.
Part vs. Number
Remember: 大部分 (Big Part) is for everything. 大多数 (Big Number) is only for things you can count.
Standing Alone
You can use '大部分' as a one-word answer to questions like 'How much did you finish?'
Character Breakdown
Break it down: Big + Section + Part. It's a very logical compound.
حفظ کنید
روش یادسپاری
Think of a 'Big' (大) 'Department' (部) 'Divided' (分). The biggest division is the majority.
تداعی تصویری
Imagine a large pie chart where one slice takes up 75% of the circle. That big slice is the '大部分'.
شبکه واژگان
چالش
Try to describe your day using '大部分' three times: once for time, once for people you saw, and once for work you did.
ریشه کلمه
The term is a compound of '大' (big) and '部分' (part). '大' is an ancient character depicting a person with arms outstretched. '部分' comes from '部' (originally a region or division) and '分' (originally a knife dividing something).
معنای اصلی: The literal original meaning is 'the larger division' or 'the big section' of a whole.
Sino-Tibetan / Sinitic / Mandarin Chinese.بافت فرهنگی
Be careful when using '大部分' to generalize about sensitive groups; it can sometimes sound like a stereotype if used carelessly.
English speakers often use 'most' as an adjective. In Chinese, remember it's a noun phrase that needs 'dou'.
تمرین در زندگی واقعی
موقعیتهای واقعی
Weather Forecasts
- 大部分地区有雨
- 大部分时间晴朗
- 大部分地区降温
- 大部分海域
Work/Business
- 大部分工作已完成
- 大部分客户满意
- 大部分投资
- 大部分市场
Daily Habits
- 大部分时间在睡觉
- 大部分朋友是中国人
- 大部分钱都存了
- 大部分周末
Academic/School
- 大部分学生通过了
- 大部分内容是重点
- 大部分参考书
- 大部分实验
Social Trends
- 大部分人认为
- 大部分年轻人
- 大部分家庭
- 大部分城市
شروعکنندههای مکالمه
"你大部分时间都在做什么? (What do you do most of the time?)"
"你觉得大部分中国菜都辣吗? (Do you think most Chinese food is spicy?)"
"你大部分的朋友是哪里人? (Where are most of your friends from?)"
"你大部分的周末是怎么过的? (How do you spend most of your weekends?)"
"你认为大部分人喜欢这个新电影吗? (Do you think most people like this new movie?)"
موضوعات نگارش
写一写你大部分时间都在忙什么。 (Write about what you are busy with most of the time.)
描述一下你大部分的朋友。 (Describe most of your friends.)
你大部分的钱都花在什么地方了? (Where is most of your money spent?)
写一写你对大部分现代科技的看法。 (Write about your views on most modern technology.)
描述你大部分的童年生活。 (Describe most of your childhood life.)
سوالات متداول
10 سوالYes, it is very common to say '大部分人' (most people). While '大多数人' is also correct and slightly more formal, '大部分人' is perfectly natural in daily speech.
In most cases, yes. If '大部分' is the subject, '都' is required to summarize the action. For example, '大部分学生都走了' (Most students [all] left).
It is neutral. You can use it in a casual chat with friends or in a formal business report. It is a very safe and versatile word.
大部分 can be used for both countable (people, books) and uncountable (time, water) things. 大多数 is primarily used for countable things. Use 大部分 if you are unsure.
Yes, you can include '的' (de), but it is often omitted in spoken Chinese. '大部分时间' is more common and sounds more natural.
You can say '绝大部分' (jué dà bù fèn). The 'jué' (absolute) adds emphasis, meaning almost everyone or everything.
No. In English, you say 'I mostly eat fruit'. In Chinese, you must say 'I most of the time eat fruit' (我大部分时间都吃水果) or use the adverb '多半'.
Yes, very often. You will hear '大部分地区' (most areas) to describe where it will rain or be sunny.
Yes. '大部分钱' (most of the money) is the correct way to express this. You wouldn't use '大多数' for money.
The most direct opposite is '小部分' (a small part) or '少数' (a minority).
خودت رو بسنج 200 سوال
Translate: Most people like tea.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: I spend most of my time working.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: Most of the apples are red.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: Most students passed the exam.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: He saved most of the money.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: In most cases, he is right.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: Most of the work is finished.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: Most areas will rain tomorrow.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: Most of my friends are Chinese.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: He spent most of his energy on studying.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: Most respondents support the policy.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: The vast majority of people agree.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: Most of the content is interesting.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: Most cities have subways.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: Most children like toys.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: Most of the responsibility is mine.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: Most of the data is correct.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: Most people are optimistic.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: Most startups fail.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: Most ancient buildings are protected.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Talk about what you do with most of your time.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Describe most of your friends.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
What do most people in your country like to eat?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Where is most of your money spent?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
What do you do on most weekends?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Is most of your work difficult?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
What do most students in your class do?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Do most people like the weather today?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
What is most of your energy spent on?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
What do most people think about social media?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
What is the vast majority of your day like?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Do most people in your city use public transport?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
What do most experts say about the economy?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
How are most ancient buildings in your country?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
What do most consumers care about?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
What do most literary works in your culture focus on?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
What is the majority of public opinion on climate change?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
What do most philosophical systems try to solve?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
How are most legal provisions interpreted?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
What challenges do most multinational companies face?
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Listen: '大部分人都喜欢喝茶。' What do most people like?
Listen: '我大部分时间都在工作。' What is the speaker doing most of the time?
Listen: '大部分地区明天有雨。' What is the weather forecast?
Listen: '他把大部分钱都存了。' What did he do with the money?
Listen: '大部分学生都通过了考试。' Did the students pass?
Listen: '在大部分情况下,他是对的。' Is he always right?
Listen: '大部分员工都满意。' Are the employees happy?
Listen: '绝大部分人都同意。' How many people agree?
Listen: '大部分投资流向了科技行业。' Where did the money go?
Listen: '大部分责任由他承担。' Who is responsible?
Listen: '大部分人对未来持乐观态度。' Are they optimistic?
Listen: '大部分社会舆论支持改革。' What does public opinion support?
Listen: '大部分初创企业面临困难。' What do startups face?
Listen: '大部分专家认为这是暂时的。' Is it permanent?
Listen: '大部分法律条文需要解释。' What do legal provisions need?
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نمره کامل!
Summary
The word <span class='font-bold'>大部分 (dà bù fèn)</span> is the most common way to say 'most' in Chinese. Remember to use <span class='font-bold'>都 (dōu)</span> after it when it is the subject, as in <span class='italic'>大部分人都喜欢咖啡</span> (Most people all like coffee).
- 大部分 (dà bù fèn) means 'majority' or 'most of'. It is used to describe the largest part of a whole group or quantity.
- It is very versatile and can be used with both countable things (like people) and uncountable things (like time or money).
- Grammatically, it often appears as '大部分 + Noun' and usually requires the adverb '都' (dōu) before the verb in a sentence.
- It is a key word for making generalizations and is essential for moving beyond simple descriptions to discussing trends and groups.
The 'Dou' Rule
Always remember to add '都' (dōu) before the verb when '大部分' is your subject. It's the most common mistake for learners.
Versatility
Use '大部分' for time, money, and energy. It's much more natural than using other quantifiers for these uncountable nouns.
Softening Generalizations
Use '大部分' instead of '全部' (all) to make your statements sound more realistic and less aggressive.
Formal Emphasis
In essays, use '绝大部分' to show that something is nearly universal. it sounds very professional.
مثال
大部分学生都完成了作业。
محتوای مرتبط
این کلمه در زبانهای دیگر
واژههای بیشتر business
本事
A2Skill; ability; capability.
相应地
B1Correspondingly.
账号
A2شماره حساب یا شناسه کاربری که برای دسترسی به خدمات بانکی یا آنلاین استفاده میشود.
客户经理
A2account manager
账户
B1A record of financial transactions for an individual or business, usually at a bank; or a user profile for a digital service.
会计
A2accounting, accountant
收购
B1To purchase; to acquire (a company).
商业活动
A2Business activity.
广告费
A2Advertising expenses.
调整
B1ما باید استراتژی بازاریابی خود را برای سه ماهه آینده تنظیم کنیم.