Definition
世界 (shìjiè) is the general word for 'world' — it can refer to the physical planet, human society, or a personal realm. 全球 (quánqiú) specifically means 'the entire globe' or 'worldwide', often used in formal/global contexts (e.g., 全球经济). 世界 is more flexible for everyday use and abstract meanings.
noun
world
Measure word · 个
Easily confused
- 时节shí jiésound-alikeseason
Examples
- 世界。Tā qù le shì jiè shàng hěn duō bù tóng de guójiā.He has been to many different countries in the world.
- 世界。Wǒ zìjǐ de xiǎo shì jiè lǐ yǒu kuàilè.There is happiness in my own little world.
- 世界世界。Wǒ xiǎng gèng duō de liǎojiě zhège shì jiè.I want to learn more about this world.
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