地毯

• Pinyin: dì tǎn
• Hanzi breakdown: 地 = 土 + 也 (ground); 毯 = 毛 + 炎 (woollen blanket)

Meaning

Carpet; rug. A thick fabric floor covering used for decoration, insulation, or comfort.

Used literally for floor coverings and figuratively in 地毯式 (carpet-style, meaning thorough or blanket, as in 地毯式搜索 — a comprehensive search). Common in interior design, hospitality, and formal contexts.

Examples

1. 大厅铺着一块深红色的波斯地毯，彰显出古典优雅的气息。 A deep red Persian carpet covers the hall, highlighting a sense of classic elegance.
2. 消防人员对失火建筑展开了地毯式搜查，确认无人员被困。 Firefighters conducted a room-by-room search of the burned building to confirm that no one was trapped inside.
3. 这款地毯采用纯羊毛编织，触感柔软，经久耐用。 This carpet is woven from pure wool; it feels soft and is durable.

Usage Guide

Context: interior design, hospitality, home decor

Tone: neutral

Do Say

• 会议室内铺设了一块素色地毯，有效降低了室内的回音干扰。(A plain carpet was laid in the conference room, effectively reducing echo interference.)
• 酒店大堂的地毯采用传统花纹设计，与整体装饰风格相得益彰。(The carpet in the hotel lobby features a traditional pattern design that complements the overall decorative style.)

Don't Say

• 地毯布 — 地毯 is already a fabric item; say 地毯 or 地毯面料 if referring to the material specifically

Origin & History

地 (ground/floor) + 毯 (blanket/rug)

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal