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March 24, 2026
宽敞(寬敞)kuānchang(kuan1chang5)
宽敞 (kuān chǎng) describes a space that is spacious or wide, often referring to rooms, buildings, or areas that offer ample room to move around. It conveys a sense of comfort and openness, making it a desirable quality in living or working environments.
Strokes22Frequency#11251DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of spaciousness is often associated with tranquility and harmony in living spaces. Traditional Chinese feng shui principles also emphasize the importance of wide and open spaces to promote positive energy flow.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'wide' (宽) 'chamber' (敞) where you can easily stretch out with plenty of room. Picture yourself in a vast hall with high ceilings and lots of space, which helps you remember the meaning and pronunciation of 宽敞.
Meanings of 宽敞
kuānchang(kuan1chang5)
1spacious
2wide
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About 宽敞
宽敞Simplified
寬敞Traditional
22Strokes
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#11251Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
宽 (wide) vs 宽敞 (spacious): use 宽敞 when emphasizing the comfort and openness of a space, while 宽 merely denotes width without the implication of spaciousness.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone; '宽' (kuān) is the first tone, while '敞' (chǎng) is the third tone. This word is typically used in more formal contexts, such as real estate descriptions or architectural discussions. Common collocations include '宽敞的房间' (spacious room) and '宽敞的空间' (spacious area).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 宽敞 connects to other descriptive adjectives about space or size. Students should practice using it in context and pairing it with nouns to enhance their vocabulary related to architecture and environments.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 宽敞 with 狭窄 (xiá zhǎi), which means narrow. A common mistake is saying '这间房子很狭窄' when they mean 宽敞; the correct sentence should be '这间房子很宽敞'.
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宽敞 (kuān chǎng) describes a space that is spacious or wide, often referring to rooms, buildings, or areas that offer ample room to move around. It conveys a sense of comfort and openness, making it a desirable quality in living or working environments.
When to use 宽敞
Be cautious with the tone; '宽' (kuān) is the first tone, while '敞' (chǎng) is the third tone. This word is typically used in more formal contexts, such as real estate descriptions or architectural discussions. Common collocations include '宽敞的房间' (spacious room) and '宽敞的空间' (spacious area).
宽敞 or something close to it
宽 (wide) vs 宽敞 (spacious): use 宽敞 when emphasizing the comfort and openness of a space, while 宽 merely denotes width without the implication of spaciousness.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 宽敞 with 狭窄 (xiá zhǎi), which means narrow. A common mistake is saying '这间房子很狭窄' when they mean 宽敞; the correct sentence should be '这间房子很宽敞'.
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宽
敞
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Grammar Patterns of 宽敞
宽敞 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. 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.
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Complete the Sentence
“沙锥鸟”战斗机的驾驶舱空间不太____。
There was not much elbow room in the cockpit of a Snipe.
