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March 24, 2026
庞大(龐大)pángdà(pang2da4)
The term '庞大' refers to something that is huge, enormous, or tremendous in size or scale. It is commonly used to describe physical objects, abstract concepts, or situations that are significantly larger than normal, often conveying a sense of awe or overwhelming magnitude.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of size often reflects not only physical dimensions but also the significance of a thing. For example, a '庞大' project may symbolize a major investment or commitment, reflecting societal values around ambition and achievement.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant panda (sounds like 'pang') that is so big it takes up an entire room. The character '庞' (pang) represents this giant creature, while '大' (da) means big. Together, they create an image of something overwhelmingly large.
Meanings of 庞大
pángdà(pang2da4)
1huge
2enormous
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About 庞大
庞大Simplified
龐大Traditional
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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巨大的 (jùdà) vs 庞大的 (pángdà): Use '庞大' when emphasizing overwhelming size or scale, while '巨大' can refer to large size without the same connotation of awe.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant panda (sounds like 'pang') that is so big it takes up an entire room. The character '庞' (pang) represents this giant creature, while '大' (da) means big. Together, they create an image of something overwhelmingly large.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing '庞大' as mispronouncing the second tone can lead to confusion with other words. It is more commonly used in formal contexts, such as academic discussions or news reports, rather than in casual conversation. Common collocations include '庞大的人群' (huge crowd) and '庞大的费用' (tremendous cost).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, '庞大' connects to other advanced vocabulary that describes size or quantity, such as '巨大' (giant) or '无比' (incomparable). Focus on using it in descriptive sentences to practice its application in context.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of size often reflects not only physical dimensions but also the significance of a thing. For example, a '庞大' project may symbolize a major investment or commitment, reflecting societal values around ambition and achievement.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse '庞大' with '庞杂' (chaotic) due to similar pronunciation. For example, saying '这个问题庞杂' (This problem is huge and chaotic) is incorrect; the correct usage should be '这个问题庞大' (This problem is enormous).
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Grammar Patterns of 庞大
庞大 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. 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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____的海鸟群是最壮观的景象之一。
Among the most spectacular sights are the great sea-bird colonies.
Example Sentences for 庞大 (8)
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1
庞大的海鸟群是最壮观的景象之一。
páng dà de hǎi niǎo qún shì zuì zhuàng guān de jǐng xiàng zhī yī。
Among the most spectacular sights are the great sea-bird colonies.
2
尽管他身形庞大，移动起来还是很灵巧。
jìn guǎn tā shēn xíng páng dà， ， yí dòng qǐ lái huán shì hěn líng。
Despite his bulk he moved lightly on his feet.
3
他的双腿和他庞大身躯的其他部分相比瘦得可怜。
tā de shuāng tuǐ hé tā páng dà shēn qū de qí tā bù fēn xiāng bǐ shòu dé kě lián。
His legs were pitifully thin compared to the rest of his bulk.
4
他把自己骇人的庞大身躯向桌子挪近了些。
tā bǎ zì jǐ hài rén de páng dà shēn qū xiàng zhuō zǐ nuó jìn le xiē。
He moved his menacing bulk closer to the table.
5
因此,山脉是明显突出于其周围环境之上的庞大孤零的大陆块.
yīn cǐ, , shān mài shì míng xiǎn tū chū yú qí zhōu wéi huán jìng zhī shàng de páng dà gū líng de dà lù.
Thus mountains are large isolated land masses that project conspicuously above their surroundings.
6
庞大而不讲人情的组织
páng dà ér bù jiǎng rén qíng de zǔ zhī
a vast impersonal organization
7
这架庞大的残骸,使她的新婚生活更变得象梦一般光怪陆离.
zhè jià páng dà de cán hái, , shǐ tā de xīn hūn shēng huó gēng biàn dé xiàng mèng yī bān guāng guài lù.
This stupendous fragmentariness heightened the dream - like strangeness of her bridal life.
8
忽必烈汗准备了一支庞大的舰队和陆军,来惩罚这个拒不服从的统治者.
hū bì liè hàn zhǔn bèi le yī zhī páng dà de jiàn duì hé lù jūn, , lái chéng fá zhè gè jù bù fú cóng de tǒng zhì.
Kublai khan prepared a great fleet and army with which to punish the recalcitrant ruler.
Cultural Notes for 庞大
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of size often reflects not only physical dimensions but also the significance of a thing. For example, a '庞大' project may symbolize a major investment or commitment, reflecting societal values around ambition and achievement.
Frequently Asked Questions about 庞大
Yes, '庞大' can describe abstract ideas like '庞大的责任' (tremendous responsibility) or '庞大的影响' (huge influence).
'庞大' is more commonly found in written texts, especially formal ones, rather than in everyday spoken language.
'庞大' often implies a sense of overwhelming size or scale, while '巨大' simply means 'huge' without the same connotation of awe.
