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    Expressing "large scale" with 大型 (dàxíng) as a noun

    Degree & Intensity
    Description & Modification

    Structure

    是 + 大型

    Explanation

    大型 (dàxíng) can function as a standalone noun meaning "large scale" or "large type." In this usage, it refers to the concept of being large-scale itself, rather than modifying another noun.

    Examples

    • 这个项目属于大型，需要更多资金支持。

      Zhège xiàngmù shǔyú dàxíng, xūyào gèng duō zījīn zhīchí.

      This project is large-scale and requires more financial support.

    • 活动的规模从小型升级到了大型。

      Huódòng de guīmó cóng xiǎoxíng shēngjí dào le dàxíng.

      The scale of the event was upgraded from small to large.

    • 这次展览是大型的，预计会持续一个月。

      Zhè cì zhǎnlǎn shì dàxíng de, yùjì huì chíxù yī gè yuè.

      This exhibition is large-scale and is expected to last one month.

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