Meaning
宏伟 describes something that is grand in scale, impressive in scope, or magnificent in appearance. It typically refers to physical structures like buildings and monuments, or abstract concepts like plans and goals that are ambitious and far-reaching. The word carries positive connotations of greatness and ambition.
Usage
宏伟 is commonly used in formal or written contexts to describe architecture, monuments, ambitious plans, or sweeping vistas. It often appears in descriptions of historical sites, government projects, or inspiring goals. Native speakers use it to convey admiration for something's impressive scale or ambition.
Examples
- 01长城是中国古代最宏伟的建筑之一。.The Great Wall is one of the most magnificent structures of ancient China.
- 02公司制定了一个宏伟的五年发展计划。.The company has formulated a grand five-year development plan.
Characters
Common collocations
- 宏伟的建筑magnificent building
- 宏伟蓝图grand blueprint/plan
- 宏伟目标grand goal
- 宏伟壮观grand and spectacular
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters carry meanings of greatness and magnificence. 宏 originally depicted a large house (宀 roof radical), suggesting spaciousness. 伟 combines 人 (person) with 韦 (phonetic), conveying the idea of a great or remarkable person, later extended to mean impressive or mighty in general.