Definition
构建 (gòu jiàn) means 'to construct' but is used only for abstract things like systems, theories, or futures. Unlike 建筑/建造 (physical buildings) or 建设 (large-scale concrete projects), 构建 focuses on building intangible structures. It is distinct from 构思 (gòu sī), which is about conceiving the idea or framework of a creative work.
verb
to construct (sth abstract)
Examples
- 构建。Tāmen zhèngzài gòu jiàn yí gè quánxīn de jiàoyù tǐxì.They are constructing a brand-new education system.
- 构建。Liǎng guó lǐngdǎo rén gòngtóng gòu jiàn hépíng fāzhǎn de wèilái.The leaders of the two countries jointly construct a future of peaceful development.
- 构建。Zhège xiàngmù zhǐ zài gòu jiàn kě chíxù de chéngshì huánjìng.This project aims to construct a sustainable urban environment.
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