A farm is a dedicated area for agricultural activities like planting crops and raising livestock.
Word in 30 Seconds
- A place for farming and animal husbandry.
- Commonly used for agricultural production or tourism.
- Essential vocabulary for basic daily communication.
1) 概述：农场（nóngchǎng）是农业生产的基本单位，通常包含大片耕地、牧场以及仓库、畜舍等附属建筑。它是人类获取食物的主要来源地之一。
2) 使用方式：在中文表达中，农场常作为地点名词出现。我们可以说“去农场”、“在农场工作”或“参观农场”。它既可以指代大规模的现代化农业基地，也可以指代小型家庭式经营的场所。
3) 常见语境：农场常出现在学校组织的户外实践活动中，或者在描述乡村生活、周末休闲度假的场景里。此外，在现代农业科技讨论中，农场也常被提及，例如“生态农场”或“有机农场”。
4) 同义词辨析：与“田野”相比，农场更强调其经营性和设施配套；与“牧场”相比，农场涵盖的范围更广，不仅包含放牧，还包括种植。掌握“农场”一词，有助于理解农业生产与自然环境的关系。
Examples
这个农场种了很多苹果。
everydayThis farm grows a lot of apples.
该农场已通过有机认证。
formalThe farm has passed organic certification.
我们去农场摘草莓吧！
informalLet's go to the farm to pick strawberries!
农场经济是当地的支柱。
academicFarm economy is the pillar of the local area.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
农场主
farm owner
观光农场
agritourism farm
生态农场
eco-farm
Often Confused With
牧场 focuses specifically on grazing land for livestock, whereas 农场 is a broader term for general agricultural production.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word 农场 is neutral and widely used in both formal and informal contexts. It is a fundamental noun in the A1 vocabulary list. Ensure you pair it with appropriate verbs like 参观, 经营, or 建设.
Common Mistakes
Beginners sometimes use 农田 (farmland) when they mean the entire facility (farm). Remember that 农场 implies the buildings and the management, not just the soil.
Tips
Use with location verbs
Always use '去' (go to) or '在' (at) before 农场 to specify your location or destination.
Don't confuse with field
Remember that 农场 refers to the whole establishment, while 田野 specifically refers to the open field or farmland.
Agricultural culture in China
Farms in China range from traditional family plots to massive modern industrial agricultural bases.
Word Origin
The word is composed of '农' (agriculture) and '场' (field/place). It literally translates to 'the place where agricultural activities happen'.
Cultural Context
Farms are central to China's history as an agrarian society. Today, they are increasingly popular for urban dwellers seeking 'agritourism' experiences.
Memory Tip
Imagine a big 'Nong' (Farmer) standing on a 'Chang' (Field). This visual helps link the characters to the concept of a farm.
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questions农场通常兼顾种植和饲养，而牧场主要侧重于大面积的放牧活动。在中文里，牧场多指养殖牛羊等牲畜的草地。
当然可以。现在很多地方有观光农场，提供采摘、喂养小动物等亲子活动。
农场主被称为“农场主”，指农场的拥有者或经营者。
Test Yourself
周末我们全家一起去了郊外的___。
根据语境，周末全家出游通常去农场体验自然，其他选项不符合农业场景。
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Summary
A farm is a dedicated area for agricultural activities like planting crops and raising livestock.
- A place for farming and animal husbandry.
- Commonly used for agricultural production or tourism.
- Essential vocabulary for basic daily communication.
Use with location verbs
Always use '去' (go to) or '在' (at) before 农场 to specify your location or destination.
Don't confuse with field
Remember that 农场 refers to the whole establishment, while 田野 specifically refers to the open field or farmland.
Agricultural culture in China
Farms in China range from traditional family plots to massive modern industrial agricultural bases.
Examples
4 of 4这个农场种了很多苹果。
This farm grows a lot of apples.
该农场已通过有机认证。
The farm has passed organic certification.
我们去农场摘草莓吧！
Let's go to the farm to pick strawberries!
农场经济是当地的支柱。
Farm economy is the pillar of the local area.
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