Definition
营造 means 'to create, foster, or build' — but unlike 建造/建设/修建/兴建 (which focus on physical construction or large-scale projects), 营造 is used for abstract things: atmosphere, environment, culture, or mood. It's about shaping something intangible, not erecting a building.
verb
to create (an atmosphere, environment, culture, etc.)to fosterto build (abstract)
Examples
- 营造。Zhèngfǔ nǔlì yíng zào yí gè héxié de shèhuì huánjìng.The government strives to create a harmonious social environment.
- 营造。Xuéxiào yīnggāi yíng zào jījí xiàngshàng de xuéxí fēnwéi.Schools should foster a positive and uplifting learning atmosphere.
- 营造。Qǐyè xūyào yíng zào liánghǎo de pǐnpái wénhuà.Enterprises need to build a good brand culture.
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