Meaning
建造 means to build or construct something, typically referring to large structures like buildings, bridges, ships, or monuments. It emphasizes the process of construction from start to finish and is more formal than 盖 (gài).
Usage
建造 is commonly used in formal contexts, news reports, and official documents when discussing construction projects. It's often paired with nouns like 房屋 (houses), 桥梁 (bridges), 工厂 (factories), or 船只 (ships). Native speakers prefer this term for substantial construction projects rather than small-scale building.
Examples
- 01这座大桥是去年建造的。.This large bridge was built last year.
- 02政府计划在这里建造一个新的体育馆。.The government plans to build a new stadium here.
Characters
Common collocations
- 建造房屋to build houses
- 建造桥梁to construct bridges
- 建造工厂to build factories
- 建造船只to build ships
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters relate to construction: 建 originally depicted setting up a structure, while 造 combines the radical for movement with the concept of creating something. Together they emphasize the complete process of building.