This is the 196th most frequent Chinese word.
平台
"平台" means "platform."
In this context, the word "平台" (platform) refers to an online or digital framework or service where specific activities like commerce can occur. It is often used in technological and business contexts.
这家公司提供了一个在线商业平台。
This company provides an online business platform.
In this usage, "平台" again means a service or system, but the focus is on its organizational and functional policies, showing an extended metaphorical use in relation to operational ethics and management.
这个平台的政策非常透明并且对用户友好。
The policies of this platform are very transparent and user-friendly.
Here, "平台" is used to describe a physical, flat, and elevated area that provides a vantage point, like a scenic overlook or terrace.