Chinese

dājiàn
Meaning: to build; to set up (a structure, organization, etc.)
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

搭
建

Example sentences

They set up a temporary stage in the square.
工人們用厚木板搭建了一個臨時的平臺。
工人们用厚木板搭建了一个临时的平台。
The workers used thick wooden boards to build a temporary platform.
我們在河邊搭建了營地。
我们在河边搭建了营地。
We set up camp by the river.

Usage Notes

Often used for temporary structures like stages, sheds, or bridges.

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