A2 noun Formal|neutral 1 min read

大厦

dàshà /dɑ˥ ʂɑ˥/

Dàshà refers to a tall, impressive, and often large building.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Tall, grand building, often commercial.
  • Implies impressive size and height.
  • Common in city descriptions.

Overview

“大厦”是一个中文名词,用来形容规模宏大、高耸的建筑物。它强调的是建筑物的体量、高度和气派,通常比普通的楼房要高大得多。这个词语常用于描述城市中的标志性建筑或重要的商业、办公场所。

“大厦”通常作为名词使用,可以单独出现,也可以与其他名词组合。例如,“商业大厦”、“办公大厦”、“住宅大厦”。它也可以作为句子的主语或宾语。在描述时,常会加上形容词来进一步说明其特点,如“宏伟的大厦”、“现代化的摩天大厦”。

这个词语常见于城市景观描述、房地产广告、新闻报道以及商业活动相关的语境中。例如,人们会说“这座城市有很多现代化的大厦”,或者“我们在市中心的一座大厦里租了一个办公室”。在谈论旅游景点时,也可能提到一些著名的大厦。

“大厦”与“楼房”(lóufáng)和“建筑”(jiànzhù)有相似之处,但侧重点不同。“楼房”是一个更通用的词,可以指任何有楼层的房屋,不一定高大。“建筑”则是一个更广泛的概念,包括各种建筑物和构筑物。“大厦”特指那些高大、宏伟、有气派的楼房,比“楼房”更具体,比“建筑”更聚焦于高层建筑。

Examples

1

这座城市里有很多现代化的摩天大厦。

everyday

There are many modern skyscrapers in this city.

2

我们在市中心的环球大厦举行了商务会议。

formal

We held our business meeting at the Global Building in the city center.

3

那栋很高的大厦晚上灯火辉煌。

informal

That tall building is brightly lit at night.

4

该项目旨在建设一座集办公、商业和居住功能于一体的综合性大厦。

academic

The project aims to construct a comprehensive building integrating office, commercial, and residential functions.

Common Collocations

商业大厦 commercial building
办公大厦 office building
摩天大厦 skyscraper
高耸的大厦 towering building

Common Phrases

一座大厦

a large building

高大的大厦

tall building

市中心的大厦

building in the city center

Often Confused With

大厦 vs 楼房

'楼房' is a general term for any multi-story building, while '大厦' specifically refers to a tall, grand, and often imposing structure, usually larger and more significant than a typical '楼房'.

大厦 vs 建筑

'建筑' is a very broad term encompassing any structure built by humans. '大厦' is a specific type of '建筑', focusing on tall, large-scale buildings.

Grammar Patterns

形容词 + 大厦 (e.g., 宏伟的大厦) 名词 + 大厦 (e.g., 商业大厦) 在/于 + [地点] + 的 + 大厦 (e.g., 在市中心的大厦)

How to Use It

Usage Notes

The term '大厦' is typically used in formal and neutral contexts when referring to significant buildings. It carries a connotation of size, grandeur, and importance, often found in urban settings. Avoid using it for small or simple structures.


Common Mistakes

Learners might overuse '大厦' for any building, neglecting its implication of scale and impressiveness. It's also important to distinguish it from the more general term '楼房'. Ensure the building described is indeed tall and significant enough to warrant the term '大厦'.

Tips

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Think Grand Scale Buildings

When you see '大厦', picture a large, imposing structure in a city skyline. It's more than just a building; it's a statement.

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Not Just Any Building

Avoid using '大厦' for small houses or ordinary apartment blocks. It implies a certain level of grandeur and size.

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Symbol of Modernity

In many Chinese contexts, the construction of new '大厦' symbolizes economic growth, modernization, and urban development.

Word Origin

The character '大' (dà) means 'big' or 'great'. The character '厦' (shà) originally referred to a type of multi-storied building or pavilion. Together, '大厦' literally means a big, multi-storied building, emphasizing its large scale and height.

Cultural Context

In Chinese culture, tall buildings or '大厦' can represent prosperity, modernity, and the development of a city. They are often landmarks and symbols of urban progress.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'big' (大) 'towering' (厦) structure. The character '厦' itself visually resembles a large building with multiple levels.

Frequently Asked Questions

4 questions

“大厦”通常指非常高大、宏伟的建筑物,强调其规模和气派。而“楼”是一个更泛泛的词,可以指任何有楼层的房屋,不一定高大。

“大厦”常用于描述城市中的高层建筑,特别是商业楼、办公楼或高级住宅楼。也常见于房地产宣传和城市景观的介绍中。

可以。“大厦”可以指住宅楼,但通常是规模较大、比较高级的住宅楼,也可能指公寓式酒店等。

虽然“大厦”强调高大,但它更多的是指建筑物的宏伟气派和规模感,不一定需要达到摩天大楼的高度,但通常比普通楼房要高得多。

Test Yourself

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这座城市中心矗立着一座宏伟的_______。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: a

根据句意“宏伟的”和“矗立着”,最适合形容高大建筑物的词是“大厦”。

multiple choice

“大厦”最常用来形容什么?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: b

“大厦”的核心含义就是指规模宏大、高耸的建筑,常带有气派或重要的意味。

sentence building

选择最符合语境的句子。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: c

选项c最能体现“大厦”的宏伟和标志性特点。选项b虽然描述了高度,但不够完整。选项a和d用“大厦”显得不够恰当或不够具体。

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