Meaning
架构 refers to the underlying structure or framework of something, commonly used in technical, organizational, and conceptual contexts. It describes how components are arranged and interact within a system, whether that's a building, a computer system, a theory, or an organization.
Usage
Frequently used in business, IT, and academic contexts to discuss system design, organizational structure, or theoretical frameworks. In tech, it often translates to 'architecture' (like software architecture). Can be used as both a noun (the structure itself) and a verb (to structure/design something). More formal than casual everyday speech.
Examples
- 01我们需要重新设计公司的组织架构。.We need to redesign the company's organizational structure.
- 02这个软件的架构非常复杂。.This software's architecture is very complex.
Characters
Measure words
- 个一个架构
- 套一套架构
Common collocations
- 系统架构system architecture
- 软件架构software architecture
- 组织架构organizational structure
- 架构师architect (IT/systems)
Origin
Compound of 架 (frame, support structure) and 构 (to construct, build). Together they create the meaning of 'constructed framework' or 'structural composition.'