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March 24, 2026
到达(到達)dàodá(dao4da2)
到达 (dàodá) means 'to reach' or 'to arrive,' commonly used to describe arriving at a destination, whether physically or metaphorically. It can refer to reaching a place, achieving a goal, or attaining a specific condition. This verb is versatile and often used in both formal and informal contexts.
Strokes14Frequency#1450DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of arriving at a destination, whether in travel or life goals, is often linked to the importance of planning and preparation, reflecting a broader cultural value of diligence and hard work.
Memory Tip
Imagine a traveler (到) stepping out of a train (达) to reach their destination. The character 到 looks like a person walking to a point, while 达 can be imagined as a flag signaling 'you've arrived'!
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AI Study Notes for 到达
Quick Contrast
到 (dào) - use 到 when emphasizing the action of arriving at a point or destination, while 到达 implies a more complete or formal sense of reaching.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 到达 with just 到, which simply means 'to arrive' without the nuance of reaching a goal. It's important to use 到达 in contexts that emphasize completion or achievement. Be mindful of using it in both written and spoken forms appropriately.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 到达 connects well with other directional and action verbs. Students should focus on its usage in various sentence structures, especially with locations and goals, and practice forming sentences that describe arrival.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 到达 in contexts where a more casual term like 到 would suffice, saying '我到达商店' (I arrive at the store) instead of '我到商店' (I arrive at the store). It's also common to forget the appropriate context for completion, using it too casually.
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到达 (dàodá) means 'to reach' or 'to arrive,' commonly used to describe arriving at a destination, whether physically or metaphorically. It can refer to reaching a place, achieving a goal, or attaining a specific condition. This verb is versatile and often used in both formal and informal contexts.
When to use 到达
Learners often confuse 到达 with just 到, which simply means 'to arrive' without the nuance of reaching a goal. It's important to use 到达 in contexts that emphasize completion or achievement. Be mindful of using it in both written and spoken forms appropriately.
到达 or something close to it
到 (dào) - use 到 when emphasizing the action of arriving at a point or destination, while 到达 implies a more complete or formal sense of reaching.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 到达 in contexts where a more casual term like 到 would suffice, saying '我到达商店' (I arrive at the store) instead of '我到商店' (I arrive at the store). It's also common to forget the appropriate context for completion, using it too casually.
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Grammar Patterns of 到达
到达 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
