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大炮
dàpào
Description
“大炮”是一种很大的武器，可以打出很远的炮弹。
"大炮" is a very large weapon that can fire shells over long distances.
我们也用“大炮”来说那些喜欢大声说大话的人。
We also use "大炮" to describe people who like to boast loudly.
Meanings
大炮dàpào
cannon; large artillery gun
军队用大炮打敌人。
The army uses cannons to attack the enemy.
大炮dàpào
person who talks big; blowhard
他是个大炮，总爱说大话。
He is a big talker, always boasting.
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Notes
- Etymology
大 (big) + 炮 (cannon/gun); the figurative sense comes from someone being loud like a cannon.
- Nuance
the 'blowhard' sense is informal and slightly critical.
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