栋
ridge purlin; main beam; measure word for buildings
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesnoun
ridge purlin; main beam (of a house)
literaryRefers to the main beam supporting a traditional Chinese roof structure. Often used metaphorically for key people.
The main beams of this ancient building are well-preserved.
This main beam is made of high-quality nanmu wood.
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He is a key talent (pillar) of our company.
There are exquisite carvings on the main beam of the old house.
"Dong liang zhi cai" metaphorically refers to people who can take on important responsibilities.
measure word
measure word for buildings or houses
Specific measure word for buildings, especially houses or large structures.
Five residential buildings were newly built in our community.
That office building has thirty floors.
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They bought a villa.
This teaching building can accommodate two thousand students.
The developer plans to build twelve apartment buildings.
noun
surname Dong
Refers to the Chinese surname Dong.
My homeroom teacher's surname is Dong.
Mr. Dong is the legal advisor of our company.
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Do you know Professor Dong?
The surname Dong is not very common in China.
Dong Lihua is a famous singer.