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March 24, 2026
大肆dàsì(da4si4)
大肆 (dà sì) means to act in an unrestrained or wanton manner, often referring to excessive or reckless behavior, particularly in a negative context. It is commonly used to describe actions taken by individuals or groups that are unwarranted or harmful, such as in acts of violence or vandalism.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of restraint is highly valued, particularly in social behaviors. 大肆 often appears in discussions about social conduct, reflecting societal expectations of moderation and decorum.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant (大) throwing a wild party (肆) where everything is out of control. The giant is so big that he doesn't care about the consequences of his actions, embodying the idea of acting without restraint.
Meanings of 大肆
dàsì(da4si4)
1wantonly
2without restraint (of enemy or malefactor)
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About 大肆
大肆Simplified
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—Radical
副词fùcíadverb (adv.)Part of Speech
#11447Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 大肆
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猖獗 (chāngjué) - use 大肆 when emphasizing excessive behavior that is unrestrained; choose 猖獗 for behavior that is rampant or wild, often in a context of chaos.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant (大) throwing a wild party (肆) where everything is out of control. The giant is so big that he doesn't care about the consequences of his actions, embodying the idea of acting without restraint.
Usage Notes
大肆 is typically used in formal contexts or in written language, particularly in news reports or literature. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar terms like '随意' (suí yì), which means 'at will' but lacks the negative connotation of excess. Remember to use the correct tones to convey the intended meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 大肆 connects to themes of behavior and morality, which are prevalent at this level. Students should focus on usage in various contexts, particularly in discussing societal issues or critiques, and practice recognizing its negative implications.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of restraint is highly valued, particularly in social behaviors. 大肆 often appears in discussions about social conduct, reflecting societal expectations of moderation and decorum.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 大肆 with words like '随便' (suí biàn), which means 'casual' or 'careless' but lacks the negative implications. A common mistake is saying '他大肆做事' (tā dà sì zuò shì) when they mean 'he works casually'; the correct phrase would be '他随便做事' (tā suí biàn zuò shì).
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Grammar Patterns of 大肆
大肆 functions as an adverb — it modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In Chinese, adverbs sit BEFORE the verb they modify (我也去, 他常常迟到), never after it. 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 4
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这些图片____渲染，会让一些比较年轻的读者们惶恐不安。
The pictures were sensationalist and could seriously disturb younger readers.
Example Sentences for 大肆 (7)
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1
这些图片大肆渲染，会让一些比较年轻的读者们惶恐不安。
zhè xiē tú piàn dà sì xuàn rǎn， ， huì ràng yī xiē bǐ jiào nián qīng de dú zhě mén huáng kǒng bù。
The pictures were sensationalist and could seriously disturb younger readers.
2
他们被推来搡去，受到大肆的谩骂攻击。
tā mén bèi tuī lái sǎng qù， ， shòu dào dà sì de mán mà gōng。
They were jostled and subjected to a torrent of verbal abuse.
3
当地的新闻机构因为对此事大肆渲染而备受指责。
dāng dì de xīn wén jī gòu yīn wéi duì cǐ shì dà sì xuàn rǎn ér bèi shòu zhǐ zé。
Local news organizations are being criticized for sensationalizing the story.
4
记住，不要大肆宣扬，我们只要到那儿去干我们的活就行了。
jì zhù， ， bù yào dà sì xuān， yáng ， wǒ mén zhī yào dào nà ér qù gān wǒ mén de huó jiù。
Remember, no heroics, we just go in there and do our job.
5
媒体会报道此事，小报则会大肆吹捧。
méi tǐ huì bào dào cǐ shì， ， xiǎo bào zé huì dà sì chuī。
The media will report on it and the tabloids will build it up.
6
这些权威得到了出版商的力推和商务出版界的大肆宣传。
zhè xiē quán wēi dé dào le chū bǎn shāng de lì tuī hé shāng wù chū bǎn jiè de dà sì xuān chuán。
These gurus are being promoted by publishers and hyped in the business press.
7
到了吃晚饭的时候,华格把这件事大肆宣染,描摹得活灵活现.
dào le chī wǎn fàn de shí hòu, , huá gé bǎ zhè jiàn shì dà sì xuān, rǎn , miáo mó dé huó líng.
Wagg told the story at dinner very smartly, with wonderful accuracy of observation.
Cultural Notes for 大肆
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of restraint is highly valued, particularly in social behaviors. 大肆 often appears in discussions about social conduct, reflecting societal expectations of moderation and decorum.
Frequently Asked Questions about 大肆
No, 大肆 typically carries a negative connotation, implying recklessness or excess.
大肆 is more commonly found in written Chinese, especially in formal or literary contexts.
Synonyms include 无节制 (wú jié zhì), meaning 'without restraint', and 肆无忌惮 (sì wú jì dàn), meaning 'acting without fear of consequences'.
