fun1 cong2寬敞宽敞
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Definition
Spacious, roomy, or commodious.
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How it's used
While 寬敞 is perfectly acceptable in spoken Cantonese, it carries a slightly more formal or descriptive tone compared to everyday adjectives like 大. It is frequently used when discussing real estate, interior design, or when making a deliberate point about the comfort provided by extra space. You will often hear it used in contrast with 窄 to emphasize the difference in roominess.
Examples
This house is very spacious, it's very comfortable to live in.
Do you think this living room is spacious enough?
Related words
Common phrases
the place is spacious
spacious environment
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Grammar guides
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