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March 24, 2026
大家dàjiā(da4jia1)
The term '大家' (dàjiā) means 'everyone' or 'everybody,' commonly used to refer to a group of people collectively. It can also imply a distinguished or influential family or refer to a great expert in a particular field. This word is often used in social settings to address a group or in contexts of respect for someone's expertise.
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Cultural Note
'大家' is often used in Chinese New Year greetings, such as '恭喜发财，大家好！' (Wishing wealth and good fortune to everyone!), reflecting the emphasis on community and togetherness in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large family (大) that gathers everyone (家) together for a feast. Picture the big, welcoming table that symbolizes the inclusion of all people. The sound 'dà' rhymes with 'dare,' which can remind you that everyone dares to join in the fun!
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AI Study Notes for 大家
Quick Contrast
大家 (everyone) vs 我们 (we) — use 大家 when addressing a broader group inclusively, while 我们 refers specifically to the speaker and others.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a large family (大) that gathers everyone (家) together for a feast. Picture the big, welcoming table that symbolizes the inclusion of all people. The sound 'dà' rhymes with 'dare,' which can remind you that everyone dares to join in the fun!
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse '大家' with similar terms like '所有人' (suǒyǒu rén), which is more formal and less commonly used in casual speech. '大家' is informal and friendly, suitable for most contexts. Remember the correct tones: 'dà' (4th tone) and 'jiā' (1st tone).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 2 word, '大家' connects well with other basic terms related to social interactions and gatherings. Students should focus on using it in sentences to develop fluency in casual conversations and practice its pronunciation to avoid tone errors.
Cultural Note
'大家' is often used in Chinese New Year greetings, such as '恭喜发财，大家好！' (Wishing wealth and good fortune to everyone!), reflecting the emphasis on community and togetherness in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mix up the tones, pronouncing it as 'dàjiā' with both characters in the wrong tone. The correct pronunciation is 'dàjiā' with the first character in the 4th tone and the second in the 1st tone.
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Grammar Patterns of 大家
大家 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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Cultural Notes for 大家
🏮Cultural insight
'大家' is often used in Chinese New Year greetings, such as '恭喜发财，大家好！' (Wishing wealth and good fortune to everyone!), reflecting the emphasis on community and togetherness in Chinese culture.
Frequently Asked Questions about 大家
'大家' is generally informal, so it's better to use '各位' (gèwèi) or '各位先生女士' (gèwèi xiānsheng nǚshì) in formal settings.
'大家' primarily refers to people, but in some contexts, it can also be used to refer to a group of things or ideas collectively.
You can say '大家好!' (Hello everyone!) when greeting a group.
