壮大

そうだい

magnificent, grand, majestic

JLPT N1

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"壮大" (zhuàngdà) primarily describes something that grows strong, large, or grand in scale or power. It is often used to talk about organizations, teams, or projects that expand or strengthen significantly.

Common Contexts

It frequently appears in business or organizational contexts to describe growth or strengthening, such as "壮大团队" (strengthen the team) or "壮大公司" (grow the company). It can also describe grand or magnificent scenes, especially in media or literature.

Collocations

  • 壮大团队: to strengthen or expand a team, often by recruiting or improving capabilities.
  • 壮大公司: to grow a company in size or influence.
  • 壮大规模: to enlarge scale or scope.

Nuance

Using "壮大" implies a positive, substantial increase in strength or size, often with an emphasis on becoming more influential or impressive. It is more formal and grand than simply "" (become bigger).

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "壮大" with "扩大" (kuòdà), which means to expand or enlarge physically or in scope. "壮大" emphasizes strengthening and growth in power or influence, not just size.

Example Sentences

After years of effort, this company has grown strong to become a leading

To strengthen the team, we need to recruit more experienced employees.

The scenes in this movie are very grand, leaving a deep impression on the