Definition
As a noun, 大气 (dà qì) refers to the atmosphere of a planet or celestial body (e.g., Earth's or Mars's), whereas 气象 (qì xiàng) focuses on weather and meteorological phenomena. As an adjective, it describes an imposing, stylish, or generous style or character—broader than 大方 (dà fang, generous with money and poised) or 气派 (qì pài, impressive appearance of buildings/events).
noun
atmosphere (of a planet or celestial body)
adjective
imposingimpressivestylishgenerous (of style or character)
Easily confused
- 天气tiān qìlook-alikeweather
Examples
- 大气。Kēxuéjiā zhèngzài yánjiū Huǒxīng de dà qì chéngfèn.Scientists are studying the composition of the Martian atmosphere.
- 大气，。Tā zuòshì hěn dà qì, cónglái bù jīnjīn jìjiào.She handles things with a generous attitude; she never nitpicks.
- ，大气。Zhè fú huà xiàntiáo jiǎnjié, zhěngtǐ gǎnjué fēicháng dà qì.This painting has clean lines and feels very stylish overall.
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