宽度

kuāndù

width

HSK 5

Character Breakdown

Understanding 宽度 (kuāndù)

宽度 specifically refers to the horizontal measurement or breadth of an object or space. It is commonly used in contexts involving physical dimensions such as furniture, doors, screens, or any object where width matters.

Usage Notes

When using 宽度, it often pairs with verbs like 测量 (to measure), 增加 (to increase), or 限制 (to limit). It is a neutral, technical term suitable for both everyday and formal contexts.

Common Collocations

  • 宽度测量: measuring width, used when checking dimensions.
  • 宽度限制: width restriction, often seen in traffic or construction.
  • 宽度调整: width adjustment, used in design or manufacturing.

Tips

Avoid confusing 宽度 with 长度 (length) or 高度 (height). 宽度 always refers to the horizontal span. In conversation, specifying 宽度 helps clarify which dimension you mean, especially when discussing objects or spaces.

Using 宽度 correctly will help you describe sizes accurately in both daily life and technical discussions.

Example Sentences

这张桌子的宽度是80厘米。

Zhè zhāng zhuōzi de kuāndù shì 80 límǐ.

The width of this table is 80 centimeters.

请测量一下门的宽度,确保家具能通过。

Qǐng cèliáng yíxià mén de kuāndù, quèbǎo jiājù néng tōngguò.

Please measure the width of the door to make sure the furniture can pass

屏幕的宽度决定了显示内容的多少。

Píngmù de kuāndù juédìng le xiǎnshì nèiróng de duōshǎo.

The width of the screen determines how much content can be displayed.