This is the 1453rd most frequent Chinese word.
大陆
Mainland.
In this sentence, '大陆' refers to the general landmass or continent, specifically 'mainland'.
大陆的气候变化多端。
The mainland's climate is ever-changing.
Here, '大陆' indicates regions within the continental area, emphasizing geographic habitat.
许多稀有动物生活在大陆地区。
Many rare animals live in mainland regions.
In this usage, '大陆' represents a socio-cultural concept likened to the dominant landmass, highlighting its role in interactions.