千家万户

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Meaning and Usage

"千家万户" literally means "thousands of families and ten thousands of households," and it is used to refer to a very large number of families or households collectively. It often appears in contexts describing widespread phenomena or events affecting many people.

Common Contexts

This phrase is frequently used in news reports, literature, and speeches to emphasize the broad impact or participation of many families, such as during festivals, policy effects, or social changes.

Collocations and Patterns

Nuances

Using "千家万户" conveys a sense of inclusiveness and scale, highlighting that something is not limited to a few but widespread. It is more formal and literary than simply saying "家庭" (many families).

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "千家万户" with specific numbers; it is a figurative expression meaning "countless" or "numerous," not a precise count.

Example Sentences

During the Spring Festival, thousands of households decorate with lanterns

This policy affects the lives of countless families.

Environmental awareness is gradually spreading among thousands of