This is the 998th most frequent Chinese word.


"架": frame, shelf, rack, or to support.


In this sentence, the word '架' is a measure word used for large or immobile objects, typically equipment or instruments like a piano.

他买了一架新钢琴。

He bought a new piano.


In this sentence, '架' is part of the expression '架桥', which literally translates to 'bridge-building'. Metaphorically, it represents an effort to reconcile or build connections.

为了避免争吵,两兄弟正在架桥修好关系。

To avoid disputes, the two brothers are building a bridge to mend their relationship.


Here, '架' is part of the term '架空电线', where it means 'frame' or 'structure', indicating wires suspended above the ground.

飞机飞过了蓝天中的架空电线。

The airplane flew over the overhead wires in the blue sky.