Usage of 大批
The word 大批 (dàpī) is commonly used to describe a large quantity or number of something, often in contexts like production, crowds, or allocation of resources. It emphasizes scale and volume.
Common contexts
- Production: 大批生产 (mass production)
- People: 大批游客 (large crowds of tourists)
- Resources: 大批拨款 (large fund allocation)
Collocations
Nuance
Using 大批 implies a significant scale, often more formal or written language. It is not used for small or moderate quantities. It differs from words like 很多 (hěn duō) which is more general and less formal.
Common confusion
Do not confuse 大批 with 批评 (pīpíng, to criticize), which shares the character 批 but has a completely different meaning and usage.