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March 24, 2026
大型dàxíng(da4xing2)
The term '大型' (dàxíng) refers to something that is large in size or scale. It is commonly used to describe objects, events, or projects that are significantly bigger than the average or standard size, such as large-scale productions or extensive facilities.
Frequency#4570DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, '大型' is often associated with grand celebrations, like New Year parades or major festivals, reflecting the importance of scale in community events and gatherings.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant (大) xylophone (型) that is so large it can only be played by multiple musicians at once. This image helps you remember both the meaning of 'large' and the pronunciation 'dà xíng'.
Meanings of 大型
dàxíng(da4xing2)
1large
2large-scale
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About 大型
大型Simplified
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区别词distinguishing word (dist.)Part of Speech
#4570Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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AI Study Notes for 大型
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中型 (zhōngxíng) - use 大型 for larger scale than 中型; 小型 (xiǎxíng) - use 大型 for larger scale than 小型.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant (大) xylophone (型) that is so large it can only be played by multiple musicians at once. This image helps you remember both the meaning of 'large' and the pronunciation 'dà xíng'.
Usage Notes
When using '大型', be mindful of the context; it typically applies to nouns and is often used in formal settings. Avoid using it in very casual conversations where simpler terms like '大' may suffice. A common collocation is '大型活动' (large-scale event).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, '大型' connects to other size-related vocabulary like '小型' (small-scale) and '中型' (medium-scale). Focus on understanding its use in different contexts, such as business and events.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, '大型' is often associated with grand celebrations, like New Year parades or major festivals, reflecting the importance of scale in community events and gatherings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '大型' with '大' and use it inappropriately in casual contexts. For example, saying '我有一个大型的家' (I have a large house) is incorrect; it's better to say '我有一个大房子'.
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Grammar Patterns of 大型
大型 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
一架____客机在飞近希思罗机场时差点儿发生空难。
An airliner came close to disaster while approaching Heathrow Airport.
Small English orchards can hardly compete economically with larger French ones.
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他买了一包特大型包装的洗衣粉.
tā mǎi le yī bāo tè dà xíng bāo zhuāng de xǐ yī fěn.
He bought a jumbo packet of washing - power.
Cultural Notes for 大型
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, '大型' is often associated with grand celebrations, like New Year parades or major festivals, reflecting the importance of scale in community events and gatherings.
Frequently Asked Questions about 大型
'大型' is not typically used to describe people, as it usually refers to objects, events, or projects.
'大型' is more formal than simply '大', so it is best suited for professional or official contexts.
'大型' is often used with words like '活动' (event), '企业' (enterprise), and '设施' (facility).
