修建 (xiū jiàn) — to build, to construct

Definition

修建 focuses on building infrastructure like roads, bridges, and buildings through construction work. Compared to 建造 or 建筑, it emphasizes the physical construction process; 建设 is broader, covering institutions and systems.

verb
to buildto construct

Examples

  • 修建
    Tā men xiū jiàn le yí zuò xīn qiáo.
    They built a new bridge.
  • 修建
    Zhèng fǔ zhèng zài xiū jiàn yì tiáo gōng lù.
    The government is building a highway.
  • 修建
    Xué xiào jì huà xiū jiàn yí gè cāo chǎng.
    The school plans to build a playground.

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