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多数 (duōshù) vs 大部分 (dà bùfen) — use 多数 when emphasizing the majority in a voting context, while 大部分 is more general and can refer to a large part without the voting implication.
Be careful not to confuse 多数 with 绝大多数 (juédàduōshù), which means 'overwhelming majority'. It is generally used in formal contexts, especially in discussions of statistics or demographics. Ensure you use the correct tone; the first character 多 must be pronounced with a high-level tone.
This word is not explicitly listed in HSK levels, but it is useful for learners at HSK 4 and above as it relates to discussions about groups and opinions. Focus on its usage in sentences regarding opinions and collective decisions.
Learners often misuse 多数 by saying '大多数' (dàduōshù) when they mean 'majority', which can imply a larger group than intended. Remember to use 多数 when referring to the general majority.
Pronunciation of 多数
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How to say majority in Chinese
“majority” in Chinese is多数
多数 (duōshù) refers to the majority or most of a group or quantity. It is commonly used in contexts like voting, statistics, and decision-making, where a larger part is contrasted with a smaller part or minority.
When to use 多数
Be careful not to confuse 多数 with 绝大多数 (juédàduōshù), which means 'overwhelming majority'. It is generally used in formal contexts, especially in discussions of statistics or demographics. Ensure you use the correct tone; the first character 多 must be pronounced with a high-level tone.
多数 or something close to it
多数 (duōshù) vs 大部分 (dà bùfen) — use 多数 when emphasizing the majority in a voting context, while 大部分 is more general and can refer to a large part without the voting implication.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 多数 by saying '大多数' (dàduōshù) when they mean 'majority', which can imply a larger group than intended. Remember to use 多数 when referring to the general majority.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 多数
It typically means 'majority' or 'most', often used in voting scenarios or statistical discussions.
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