Meaning
拥挤 describes a state where there are too many people or things in a limited space, causing discomfort or difficulty in movement. It can refer to crowded streets, packed buses, or congested traffic. The word conveys both the physical density and the uncomfortable feeling that comes with it.
Usage
拥挤 is commonly used to describe public transportation, tourist attractions, city streets during rush hour, and any enclosed space with too many people. It often appears in the pattern '很拥挤' (very crowded) or '拥挤不堪' (extremely crowded). Native speakers use it in both spoken and written contexts to complain about or describe uncomfortable crowding.
Examples
- 01上班高峰期地铁非常拥挤。.The subway is extremely crowded during rush hour.
- 02这个房间太小了，放这么多家具显得很拥挤。, .This room is too small; putting so much furniture in it makes it feel very crowded.
Characters
Common collocations
- 交通拥挤traffic congestion
- 拥挤的人群crowded crowd
- 非常拥挤extremely crowded
- 显得拥挤appear crowded
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters relate to physical pressure and closeness. 拥 originally meant to embrace or hold, while 挤 means to squeeze or press. Together they create an image of people pressing together in a tight space.