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长
cháng, zhǎng
Description
长表示东西的距离很大或时间很久。长表示人或东西变大，也可以表示带领人的人。
"长" indicates that the distance of something is large or the time is long. "长" also means a person or thing becomes bigger, and can refer to a leader.
Meanings
长cháng
long in distance, length, or duration
这条路很长。
This road is very long.
长zhǎng
to grow or become older
孩子长得很快。
Children grow up quickly.
长zhǎng
to lead; person in charge
他是我们的组长。
He is our team leader.
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Notes
- Grammar
Adjective cháng means “long”; verb or noun zhǎng means “grow” or “leader.”
- Nuance
长 cháng contrasts with 短; 长 zhǎng often appears in compounds such as 长大 and 校长.
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