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March 24, 2026
大使馆(大使館)dàshǐguǎn(da4shi3guan3)
大使馆 (dà shǐ guǎn) refers to an embassy, which is a diplomatic mission representing a country in a foreign nation. It is often involved in political, cultural, and economic exchanges, providing services to citizens abroad and promoting bilateral relations.
Frequency#7509DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
Embassies play a crucial role in international relations and are often seen as symbols of a country's presence abroad. In China, embassies are also venues for cultural events and often represent national interests in local communities.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large building (大) where ambassadors (使) gather to discuss important matters and represent their country (馆). The visual of a grand building helps recall the word 'embassy' and its pronunciation, 'da4 shi3 guan3.'
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AI Study Notes for 大使馆
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a large building (大) where ambassadors (使) gather to discuss important matters and represent their country (馆). The visual of a grand building helps recall the word 'embassy' and its pronunciation, 'da4 shi3 guan3.'
Usage Notes
Be careful to use the correct measure word when referring to an embassy; '座' (zuò) is commonly used. This term is more formal and should be used in official contexts rather than casual conversation.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 大使馆 connects well with other vocabulary related to government and travel. Students should focus on pronunciation and context to distinguish it from similar terms, such as 领事馆 (lǐng shì guǎn), which means consulate.
Cultural Note
Embassies play a crucial role in international relations and are often seen as symbols of a country's presence abroad. In China, embassies are also venues for cultural events and often represent national interests in local communities.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 大使馆 with 领事馆, using them interchangeably. Remember, 大使馆 specifically refers to an embassy, while 领事馆 refers to a consulate. For example, saying '我去领事馆办理签证' (I go to the embassy to apply for a visa) is incorrect; it should be 大使馆.
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Grammar Patterns of 大使馆
大使馆 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 2 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
4名在意大利____寻求避难的人已经自愿离开了。
Four people who sought refuge in the Italian embassy have left voluntarily.
Embassies play a crucial role in international relations and are often seen as symbols of a country's presence abroad. In China, embassies are also venues for cultural events and often represent national interests in local communities.
Frequently Asked Questions about 大使馆
No, 大使馆 refers specifically to an embassy, while 领事馆 refers to a consulate, which has different functions.
You can say, '我去大使馆办理签证' (I am going to the embassy to apply for a visa).
'座' (zuò) is the appropriate measure word when referring to an embassy.
