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March 24, 2026
宽阔(寬闊)kuānkuò(kuan1kuo4)
宽阔 (kuān kuò) describes something that is expansive or wide, often referring to physical spaces such as roads, rooms, or fields. It conveys a sense of openness and ample width, suggesting comfort or freedom of movement in a given area.
Frequency#22934DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, spaciousness is often associated with comfort and wealth, making 宽阔 a desirable quality in home design and public spaces, reflecting traditional values of harmony and openness.
Memory Tip
Imagine a wide road that is '宽' (kuān) enough for two cars to pass comfortably. The '阔' (kuò) part sounds like 'quilt,' so picture a large quilt that covers a big area—both symbolize expansiveness.
Meanings of 宽阔
kuānkuò(kuan1kuo4)
1expansive
2wide
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About 宽阔
宽阔Simplified
寬闊Traditional
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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Quick Contrast
宽 (wide) vs 宽广 (broad) — use 宽阔 for a more specific emphasis on spaciousness and openness.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a wide road that is '宽' (kuān) enough for two cars to pass comfortably. The '阔' (kuò) part sounds like 'quilt,' so picture a large quilt that covers a big area—both symbolize expansiveness.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 宽阔 with similar terms such as 宽 (wide) or 广 (broad), which may have slightly different usages. 宽阔 is often used in more formal contexts, like descriptions in literature or architecture, rather than casual conversation.
HSK Study Tips
Although 宽阔 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it features common HSK radicals like 宽 (wide). Students should focus on recognizing how it pairs with other adjectives to describe physical attributes.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, spaciousness is often associated with comfort and wealth, making 宽阔 a desirable quality in home design and public spaces, reflecting traditional values of harmony and openness.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 宽阔 in contexts where 宽 or 窄 (narrow) would be more appropriate, such as saying '这条街很宽阔' instead of '这条街很宽.' The correct usage emphasizes the open or wide nature of spaces.
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Cultural Notes for 宽阔
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In Chinese culture, spaciousness is often associated with comfort and wealth, making 宽阔 a desirable quality in home design and public spaces, reflecting traditional values of harmony and openness.
Frequently Asked Questions about 宽阔
No, 宽阔 specifically refers to physical dimensions; use 宽容 (forgiving) for attitudes.
It's primarily used for large or expansive spaces, but can also describe metaphorical breadth, like ideas or concepts.
