Definitions
(adjective)
huge; enormous; gigantic
(adverb)
extremely; very much
Etymology
Pictograph of a tool for measuring right angles. Based on the original meaning "carpenter's square", now written as 矩. The current meaning is a phonetic loan.
About
The character 巨 originally denoted a carpenter's square, a tool for ensuring right angles in construction, with its form deriving from a pictorial representation of this instrument. Through extended use, the term gradually acquired the broader sense of 'great' or 'huge', as the tool was essential in measuring and framing large-scale works. The character's structure, while stylized over time, continues to echo its functional origins. This evolution from a specific concrete noun to a general adjective exemplifies how linguistic usage can transform the semantic scope of a character.
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Example Sentences Hide
这是一个巨大的房子。
巨人有很多朋友。
我们看到了巨大的变化。
这幅画的价值巨大。
公司面临巨大的挑战。
这次地震造成了巨大的损失。
科学家发现了巨大的恐龙化石。
经济发展带来了巨大的机遇和风险。