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March 24, 2026
大量()dàliàng(da4liang4)
大量 (dàliàng) refers to a great amount or large quantity of something. It is commonly used to describe an abundance or significant volume in contexts such as resources, data, and numbers, conveying a sense of generosity or magnanimity when used in social contexts.
Frequency#2755DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, expressing generosity is highly valued, and using 大量 can imply not just quantity but also a willingness to share abundantly, which aligns with the cultural emphasis on community and harmony.
Memory Tip
Imagine a big elephant (大) carrying a huge pile of books (量) on its back. This represents a 'large quantity' of books, helping you remember that 大量 means a great amount.
Meanings of 大量
dàliàng(da4liang4)
1great amount
2large quantity
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About 大量
大量Simplified
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L4ElementaryTOCFLL2YCTL3HSKKL1CEFRA1
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Quick Contrast
大量 (dàliàng) vs 许多 (xǔduō) — use 大量 for emphasis on a significant volume, while 许多 is more general and less formal.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a big elephant (大) carrying a huge pile of books (量) on its back. This represents a 'large quantity' of books, helping you remember that 大量 means a great amount.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 大量 with many (很多, hěn duō) as 大量 implies a more substantial or overwhelming quantity. It is often used in both formal and informal contexts, but avoid overusing it in casual conversations where simpler terms might suffice.
HSK Study Tips
Although 大量 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects to HSK Level 3 and above words like 多 (duō, many) and 许多 (xǔduō, a lot of). Focus on understanding how it can enhance your descriptions of quantities in writing and speaking.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, expressing generosity is highly valued, and using 大量 can imply not just quantity but also a willingness to share abundantly, which aligns with the cultural emphasis on community and harmony.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 大量 with 许多 (xǔduō) when describing quantity. For example, saying '我有许多工作' (I have many works) is correct, but saying '我有大量工作' could imply overwhelming work, which may not be what you intend.
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Cultural Notes for 大量
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, expressing generosity is highly valued, and using 大量 can imply not just quantity but also a willingness to share abundantly, which aligns with the cultural emphasis on community and harmony.
Frequently Asked Questions about 大量
Yes, 大量 can describe uncountable nouns, such as 大量水 (dàliàng shuǐ, a large amount of water).
Yes, 大量 is appropriate for both formal and informal writing, but it may sound more sophisticated in formal contexts.
You can say, '我们收到了大量的反馈' (Wǒmen shōudào le dàliàng de fǎnkuì), meaning 'We received a large amount of feedback.'
