大方

dàfang

adjective HSK 4 #8,961

Meanings

1 generous; liberal
2 natural and poised; elegant
3 in good taste; not stingy

Characters

direction; way; square

Examples

他很大方，总是请客。

Tā hěn dàfang, zǒngshì qǐngkè.

He is very generous, always treating others.

她穿得很大方。

Tā chuān de hěn dàfang.

She dresses elegantly.

别不好意思，大方一点！

Bié bù hǎoyìsi, dàfang yīdiǎn!

Don't be shy, be more open!

Tips

usage

大方 has two main meanings: generous (with money/gifts) and natural/poised (in manner/style). The opposite 小气 (xiǎoqì) means 'stingy.'

Stroke Order

大 dà

方 fāng