Chinese
chángdà
Meaning: tall and sturdy; large (stature)
Part of Speech: Adjective Alternative Readings: zhǎngdà

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Handwriting

長大
長
大
长大
长
大

Example sentences

He has a tall and large build, looking very sturdy.
看到孩子長大後變得很懂事,她感到很欣慰。
看到孩子长大后变得很懂事,她感到很欣慰。
Seeing her child grow up and become sensible, she felt very gratified.

Usage Notes

In this reading (chángdà), it describes physical height and bulk. The reading 'zhǎngdà' means to grow up.

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