Meaning
局部 refers to a specific part or section of a larger whole, as opposed to the entirety. It emphasizes a limited area, region, or aspect rather than the complete picture. Commonly used in medical, technical, and analytical contexts to distinguish between local/partial phenomena and overall/general situations.
Usage
Often appears in formal or technical writing, news reports, and medical contexts. Frequently paired with 整体 (whole) to make contrasts. Can function as both a noun meaning 'a part/section' and as an adjective meaning 'local/partial.' Common in phrases like 局部地区 (certain areas) or 局部麻醉 (local anesthesia).
Examples
- 01这场雨只是局部地区有，其他地方都是晴天。, .This rain is only in certain areas; everywhere else is sunny.
- 02医生建议做局部麻醉，不需要全身麻醉。, .The doctor suggested local anesthesia; general anesthesia is not necessary.
Characters
Measure words
- 个一个局部
Common collocations
- 局部地区certain areas, local regions
- 局部麻醉local anesthesia
- 局部战争local war, limited conflict
- 局部利益local/partial interests
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters relate to divisions or sections. 局 originally referred to a confined space or situation, while 部 means section or department. Together they emphasize a limited portion of a larger entity.