Chinese · Adjectives

gāo

Tall / High

Beginneradjective

Definition

Of great height.

Example

我哥哥很高。

My older brother is very tall.

Etymology

'高' (gāo) signifies height and superiority, tracing back to ancient scripts and cultural beliefs regarding elevation.

How & Where It’s Used

'高' is prevalent in both spoken and written contexts. It’s suitable for formal and informal interactions and is clearly understood throughout China.

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