How to Write 大
The character 大 (dà) is written with 3 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 大 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
大 is pronounced dà in Mandarin Chinese. It means Big / large.
This is a polyphonic character with readings: dà, dài.
As an HSK Level 1 character, 大 is among the first characters beginners learn.
Common Words with 大
Example Sentences
谢谢大家一直以来对我的支持。
xiè xiè dà jiā yì zhí yǐ lái duì wǒ de zhī chí
Thank you all for your continuous support.
这双鞋的大小正合适。
zhè shuāng xié de dà xiǎo zhèng hé shì
The size of these shoes is just right.
他生病了，需要去医院看大夫。
tā shēng bìng le xū yào qù yī yuàn kàn dà fū
He is sick and needs to go to the hospital to see a doctor.
他为人很大方。
tā wéi rén hěn dà fāng 。
He is a very generous person.
Practice Writing 大 (dà)
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