博大

bódà

adjective #40,344

Meanings

1 broad; extensive
2 vast in scope; profound (of knowledge, vision, or character)

Characters

broad; abundant

Examples

中华文化博大精深。

Zhōnghuá wénhuà bódà jīngshēn.

Chinese culture is vast and profound.

他胸怀博大，从不计较小事。

Tā xiōnghuái bódà, cóngbù jìjiào xiǎoshì.

He has a broad mind and never frets over trivialities.

Tips

usage

Almost always paired into set phrases: 博大精深 'vast and profound' (used for cultures, traditions, philosophies), 胸怀博大 'broad-minded.' Standalone use is rare and slightly stiff.

Stroke Order

博 bó

大 dà