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March 24, 2026
抵达(抵達)dǐdá(di3da2)
The verb '抵达' (dǐdá) means 'to arrive' or 'to reach' a specific destination. It is commonly used in contexts such as travel, logistics, and formal announcements when indicating that someone or something has arrived at a location. The term carries a formal tone and is often associated with completing a journey.
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Cultural Note
'抵达' is often used in official announcements, such as when trains or flights arrive, highlighting the importance of punctuality in Chinese culture. The concept of timely arrivals is deeply valued in both business and social contexts.
Memory Tip
Imagine a mountain (山) where you must climb to reach (达到) the peak. The '抵' (dǐ) looks like a person pushing against the mountain, symbolizing the effort to arrive at the top, while '达' (dá) represents the journey to that peak. Together, they remind you to push through until you reach your destination.
Meanings of 抵达
dǐdá(di3da2)
1to arrive
2to reach (a destination)
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About 抵达
抵达Simplified
抵達Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#5193Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRC1
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到 (dào) — use '抵达' for formal contexts or specific destinations, while '到' is more casual and can refer to arriving in general.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a mountain (山) where you must climb to reach (达到) the peak. The '抵' (dǐ) looks like a person pushing against the mountain, symbolizing the effort to arrive at the top, while '达' (dá) represents the journey to that peak. Together, they remind you to push through until you reach your destination.
Usage Notes
'抵达' is typically used in formal contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations. A common mistake is to confuse it with '到达' (dàodá), which has a similar meaning but is more colloquial. Ensure that you use '抵达' when discussing scheduled arrivals, such as flights or trains.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, '抵达' expands on the themes of travel and logistics found in earlier levels. Students should focus on its usage in formal contexts and learn to recognize it in reading passages related to transportation and travel announcements.
Cultural Note
'抵达' is often used in official announcements, such as when trains or flights arrive, highlighting the importance of punctuality in Chinese culture. The concept of timely arrivals is deeply valued in both business and social contexts.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use '到达' when they mean '抵达' in formal writing. For example, saying '我们将在晚上9点到达' when it should be '我们将在晚上9点抵达' for a scheduled arrival announcement. Always opt for '抵达' in formal contexts.
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Grammar Patterns of 抵达
抵达 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 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
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成车的食物、毯子与其他必需品____了该市。
Truckloads of food, blankets, and other necessities reached the city.
Example Sentences for 抵达 (10)
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成车的食物、毯子与其他必需品抵达了该市。
chéng chē de shí wù、 、 tǎn zǐ yǔ qí tā bì xū pǐn dǐ dá le gāi。
Truckloads of food, blankets, and other necessities reached the city.
He reached Cambridge shortly before three o'clock.
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他于1939年11月抵达伦敦。
tā yú1939 193911 nián 11 yuè dǐ dá。
He arrived in London in November
8
我们6点30分左右抵达拉斯维加斯。
wǒ mén6 630 diǎn 30 fēn zuǒ yòu dǐ dá lā sī wéi。
We landed up at the Las Vegas at about
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当驳船抵达圣地时，辅祭除去了柩衣。
dāng bó chuán dǐ dá shèng dì shí， ， fǔ jì chú qù le jiù。
When the barge reached the shrine, acolytes removed the pall.
10
他抱着她径直走进玛格丽特刚刚抵达的屋子.
tā bào zháo tā jìng zhí zǒu jìn mǎ gé lì tè gāng gāng dǐ dá de wū zǐ.
He bore her directly into the house, whither Margret had just arrived.
Cultural Notes for 抵达
🏮Cultural insight
'抵达' is often used in official announcements, such as when trains or flights arrive, highlighting the importance of punctuality in Chinese culture. The concept of timely arrivals is deeply valued in both business and social contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions about 抵达
'抵达' is more formal and often used in official contexts, while '到达' is more casual and widely used in everyday conversation.
'抵达' is primarily used for physical destinations, but it can metaphorically apply to reaching goals or achievements in formal contexts.
'抵达' is most common in transportation, but it can also apply to arriving at events or locations in formal settings.
