Definition
蓝图 (lán tú) has two related meanings: a literal architectural blueprint (a specific type of 图纸 'technical drawing') and a figurative 'blueprint' for a plan or scheme. Compared to 图纸, which focuses on the detailed technical drawing itself, 蓝图 emphasizes the overall design or vision. Compared to 规划 (guī huà) 'comprehensive plan', 蓝图 is more concrete and visual, often used for a high-level outline rather than a detailed step-by-step plan.
noun
blueprint (architectural drawing)blueprint (plan, scheme)
Examples
- 蓝图。Jiànzhùshī zhèngzài kàn yì zhāng lán tú.The architect is looking at a blueprint.
- 蓝图。Zhè fèn jìhuà shì gōngsī wèilái de fāzhǎn lán tú.This plan is the blueprint for the company's future development.
- 蓝图。Wǒmen xūyào yí gè qīngxī de lán tú lái zhǐdǎo xià yí bù.We need a clear blueprint to guide the next steps.
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