noun HSK 4
lobby · hall · main hall
Meaning
大堂 refers to the main lobby or reception hall of a building, especially in hotels, office buildings, banks, or other commercial establishments. It's the large, open space where people enter and where reception or service counters are typically located.
Usage
Commonly used in formal or commercial contexts. You'll see this word on signs in hotels, banks, and office buildings. It's the standard term for a lobby in mainland China, though 大厅 is also used interchangeably in some regions.
Examples
- 01请在酒店大堂等我，我五分钟就到。, .Please wait for me in the hotel lobby; I'll be there in five minutes.
- 02大堂经理热情地接待了我们。.The lobby manager warmly received us.
Characters
Measure words
- 个一个大堂
Common collocations
- 酒店大堂hotel lobby
- 大堂经理lobby manager
- 在大堂等候to wait in the lobby
- 银行大堂bank lobby
Origin
堂 originally referred to the main hall of a traditional Chinese building where formal activities took place. Combined with 大 (big), it emphasizes a spacious, important public area.