jiàn

to build, to erect

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Meaning and Usage

The character (jiàn) primarily means "to build" or "to construct." It is commonly used in contexts involving physical construction such as buildings, infrastructure, or zones.

Common Collocations

  • 建设 (jiànshè): to construct or build, often used for large projects or infrastructure.
  • 建立 (jiànlì): to establish or found, used for institutions, relationships, or systems.
  • 建筑 (jiànzhù): architecture or to build buildings.

Usage Notes

is a versatile verb that often appears in formal or written contexts related to construction or establishment. It can be combined with other characters to specify the type of building or establishment. Unlike some synonyms, emphasizes the act of creating or erecting something new rather than repairing or maintaining.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse with (xiū), which means "to repair" or "to fix." focuses on the initial building or founding process, while is about maintenance or improvement of existing structures.

예문

他们计划在市中心建一座新的图书馆。

Tāmen jìhuà zài shì zhōngxīn jiàn yī zuò xīn de túshūguǎn.

They plan to build a new library in the city center.

这家公司建了很多高楼大厦。

Zhè jiā gōngsī jiàn le hěn duō gāolóu dàshà.

This company has built many skyscrapers.

政府正在建一个新的经济开发区。

Zhèngfǔ zhèngzài jiàn yī gè xīn de jīngjì kāifā qū.

The government is building a new economic development zone.