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绝大部分 (jué dà bù fèn) — use 绝大多数 for an overwhelming majority, while 绝大部分 implies a significant but not necessarily overwhelming portion.
This idiom is used in both formal and informal contexts, often found in discussions about public opinion or statistics. A common mistake is using it to describe a minority group; remember that it signifies the largest portion. Be cautious with tones to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.
While 绝大多数 is not an HSK word, it connects with HSK vocabulary related to quantifiers and percentages. Focus on understanding how this idiom amplifies the meaning of 'most' by emphasizing the intensity of majority.
Learners often confuse 绝大多数 with '大多数' (da4 duo1 shu4) alone, which means 'most' without the emphasis on overwhelming. For example, saying '大多数人支持' (most people support) is correct, but using '绝大多数人支持' (overwhelming majority of people support) changes the emphasis.
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How to say absolute majority in Chinese
“absolute majority” in Chinese is绝大多数
绝大多数 (jue2 da4 duo1 shu4) refers to an overwhelming majority or the vast majority of a group. It is commonly used in contexts like surveys, polls, or general observations where one group is significantly larger than others, emphasizing the extent of consensus or agreement.
When to use 绝大多数
This idiom is used in both formal and informal contexts, often found in discussions about public opinion or statistics. A common mistake is using it to describe a minority group; remember that it signifies the largest portion. Be cautious with tones to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.
绝大多数 or something close to it
绝大部分 (jué dà bù fèn) — use 绝大多数 for an overwhelming majority, while 绝大部分 implies a significant but not necessarily overwhelming portion.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 绝大多数 with '大多数' (da4 duo1 shu4) alone, which means 'most' without the emphasis on overwhelming. For example, saying '大多数人支持' (most people support) is correct, but using '绝大多数人支持' (overwhelming majority of people support) changes the emphasis.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 绝大多数
Yes, it's suitable for both formal and casual discussions, especially when discussing opinions or general trends.
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