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March 24, 2026
大多()dàduō(da4duo1)
大多 (dàduō) is used to express the idea of 'most' or 'for the most part.' It indicates a majority or a large number within a specified context, often used to refer to people, things, or situations in general discussions.
Frequency#7413DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of '大多' reflects the collectivist mindset, where group opinion or behavior often prevails over individual perspectives. This is evident in discussions about social norms or community practices.
Memory Tip
Think of '大' (big) and '多' (many) combining to suggest 'a lot of big things.' Imagine a big gathering of many people where most of them are tall, reminding you that 大多 means 'most' or 'many.'
Meanings of 大多
dàduō(da4duo1)
1for the most part
2many
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大多Simplified
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副词fùcíadverb (adv.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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大部分 (dà bùfen) - use 大多 when referring to a general majority without specifying the exact portion, while 大部分 implies a more definite portion.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of '大' (big) and '多' (many) combining to suggest 'a lot of big things.' Imagine a big gathering of many people where most of them are tall, reminding you that 大多 means 'most' or 'many.'
Usage Notes
大多 is often used in informal contexts but can be found in formal speech as well. Be cautious not to confuse it with '大部分' (dà bùfen), which means 'the greater part' and implies a more specific subset. A common collocation is '大多数' (dà duōshù), meaning 'the majority.'
HSK Study Tips
This word is relevant for HSK Level 3 learners as it helps in discussing preferences or general observations. Students should focus on its usage in sentences to grasp the context better, especially in comparison to other quantifiers.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of '大多' reflects the collectivist mindset, where group opinion or behavior often prevails over individual perspectives. This is evident in discussions about social norms or community practices.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 大多 with '大部分' (dà bùfen). For example, saying '大多的时间' (most of the time) is incorrect; '大部分的时间' is the correct form for specifying a portion of time.
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Cultural Notes for 大多
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of '大多' reflects the collectivist mindset, where group opinion or behavior often prevails over individual perspectives. This is evident in discussions about social norms or community practices.
Frequently Asked Questions about 大多
You can say '大多数人喜欢吃米饭' (Most people like to eat rice).
大多 is primarily informal but can be used in formal situations depending on context.
Yes, but it's more common to use it with general terms instead of precise numbers.
