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March 24, 2026
发达(發達)fādá(fa1da2)
发达 (fā dá) refers to the state of being developed or flourishing, commonly used in contexts such as economies, societies, or regions that have advanced infrastructure and high living standards. It can indicate both the action of development and the result of being well-developed, often used to describe countries or cities that are economically prosperous.
Frequency#9009DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
发达 is often used in discussions about China's rapid economic growth over the past few decades, reflecting the country's transition from a developing to a more developed status in various sectors.
Memory Tip
Imagine a flourishing garden (发) that has just finished growing (达), where the plants are thriving and fully developed. The character 发 (fā) looks like a plant sprouting up, while 达 (dá) resembles a path leading to a flourishing destination.
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AI Study Notes for 发达
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繁荣 (fánróng): use 发达 (fādá) when emphasizing the developed state or level of progress, while 繁荣 (fánróng) focuses more on flourishing and thriving conditions.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a flourishing garden (发) that has just finished growing (达), where the plants are thriving and fully developed. The character 发 (fā) looks like a plant sprouting up, while 达 (dá) resembles a path leading to a flourishing destination.
Usage Notes
This term is often used in a formal context, especially in discussions about economics or social development. A common mistake is to confuse it with 发展 (fā zhǎn), which means 'to develop' rather than 'developed.' Remember that 发达 is used to describe the current state, while 发展 indicates the process.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 发达 connects well with other terms related to development and growth, such as 发展 (fā zhǎn). Focus on using it in sentences that compare developed and developing nations to understand its application better.
Cultural Note
发达 is often used in discussions about China's rapid economic growth over the past few decades, reflecting the country's transition from a developing to a more developed status in various sectors.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 发达 when describing developing countries, mistakenly saying '这个国家是发达' (zhège guójiā shì fādá) instead of '这个国家是发展中国家' (zhège guójiā shì fāzhǎn zhōngguójiā). Remember, 发达 should only be used for developed places.
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Grammar Patterns of 发达
发达 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. 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.
Exercise 1 of 5
Complete the Sentence
他肌肉____，但是太胖了，没给人留下好印象。
He was well-built, but too fleshy to be impressive.
Example Sentences for 发达 (4)
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他肌肉发达，但是太胖了，没给人留下好印象。
tā jī ròu fā dá， ， dàn shì tài pàng， le ， méi gěi rén liú xià hǎo。
He was well-built, but too fleshy to be impressive.
2
他为一本女性杂志秀出了他那肌肉发达、毛发浓密的性感胸部。
tā wéi yī běn nǚ xìng zá zhì xiù chū le tā nà jī ròu fā dá、 、 máo fā nóng mì de xìng gǎn xiōng。
He bared his muscular, hairy chest for a women's magazine.
3
他的理论对很多欠发达经济体都不适用。
tā de lǐ lùn duì hěn duō qiàn fā dá jīng jì tǐ dū bù shì yòng。
His theory was inapplicable to many underdeveloped economies.
4
他身高体宽，肌肉发达。
tā shēn gāo tǐ kuān， ， jī ròu fā。
He is tall, broad and muscular.
Cultural Notes for 发达
🏮Cultural insight
发达 is often used in discussions about China's rapid economic growth over the past few decades, reflecting the country's transition from a developing to a more developed status in various sectors.
Frequently Asked Questions about 发达
No, 发达 is typically used to describe places or systems rather than individuals. For personal success, use 成功 (chéng gōng).
Yes, 发达 has a positive connotation, indicating prosperity and advancement.
发达 refers to being developed, while 发展 refers to the process of development.
