强大 (qiáng dà) — powerful; strong; formidable

Definition

Means 'powerful' in the sense of having great strength or force — a country, team, army, or ability. Broader and more imposing than 强, and stronger than 有力, which is more about physical force or an effective action.

adjective
powerfulstrongformidable

Examples

  • 强大
    Zhè ge guó jiā de jīng jì yuè lái yuè qiáng dà.
    This country's economy is getting stronger and stronger.
  • 强大
    Wǒ men xū yào yì qiáng dà de hé zuò huǒ bàn.
    We need a strong partner.
  • 强大
    Zhè zhī qiú duì de fáng shǒu fēi cháng qiáng dà.
    This team's defense is very strong.

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