搭积木
dā jīmù
Build with blocks · trad. 搭積木
搭积木 (dā jīmù) means to build or stack with blocks. It commonly refers to children playing with toy building blocks, creating various structures.
What does 搭积木 (dā jīmù) mean?
搭积木 (dā jīmù) means “build with blocks” in English. Word for word, it breaks down as “stack blocks.”
When to use it
Informal and commonly used when talking about children's play. It's a straightforward description of the activity.
How to pronounce it
Sounds like “DAH jee-MOO.” The first two syllables are high and flat, and the last one is a sharp falling tone.
Other ways to say it
- 玩积木wán jīmùplay with blocks
- 堆积木duī jīmùpile up blocks
- 拼积木pīn jīmùassemble blocks
Examples
小明最喜欢搭积木了。
Xiǎomíng zuì xǐhuan dā jīmù le.
Xiao Ming likes building with blocks the most.
我们一起搭积木，好不好？
Wǒmen yīqǐ dā jīmù, hǎo bu hǎo?
Shall we build with blocks together?
他用积木搭了一座漂亮的房子。
Tā yòng jīmù dā le yī zuò piàoliang de fángzi.
He built a beautiful house with blocks.
Pro tip: The verb 搭 (dā) implies stacking or putting things together, which is why it's used for building blocks, bridges, or even taking a ride.
Related phrases
画画吧 · Let's draw涂颜色 · Color it in去公园玩 · Let's go to the park
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