Meaning and Usage
"嘈杂" describes a noisy, bustling, and often somewhat chaotic environment. It is commonly used to depict places filled with many sounds, such as markets, streets, or crowded rooms.
Common Contexts
This adjective often appears in descriptions of public spaces where many people gather, emphasizing the loud and mixed sounds. It can carry a slightly negative tone when referring to noise that disturbs concentration or peace.
Collocations and Patterns
- 嘈杂的环境 (noisy environment): used when noise interferes with comfort or focus.
- 人声嘈杂 (noisy voices): highlights the presence of many overlapping voices.
- 嘈杂的市场 (noisy market): a typical setting where the word is used.
Usage Notes
"嘈杂" is more formal and literary than everyday words like "吵" (chǎo). It often appears in written descriptions or formal speech. Avoid confusing it with "杂" alone, which means "mixed" or "miscellaneous" but does not imply noise by itself.