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March 24, 2026
充分chōngfèn(chong1fen4)
充分 (chōngfèn) means ample or sufficient, indicating that something meets the necessary requirements or is fully adequate. It is often used in contexts such as resources, preparation, or time, suggesting a sense of completeness or abundance.
Frequency#3966DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
The concept of 充分 is important in Chinese culture, particularly in business and education, where thorough preparation and resource allocation are highly valued. This reflects the broader cultural emphasis on diligence and planning.
Memory Tip
Think of 充分 as a 'full' cup (充) that is overflowing (分). The character 充 resembles a cup being filled, while 分 can remind you of dividing or distributing the contents. Together, they illustrate the idea of having more than enough.
Meanings of 充分
chōngfèn(chong1fen4)
1ample
2sufficient
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About 充分
充分Simplified
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副形词xíngróngcíadj-adverb (adj.-adv.)Part of Speech
#3966Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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AI Study Notes for 充分
Quick Contrast
充足 (chōngzú) - use 充分 (chōngfèn) when emphasizing the quality or adequacy of something, while 充足 (chōngzú) focuses more on the quantity being enough.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 充分 as a 'full' cup (充) that is overflowing (分). The character 充 resembles a cup being filled, while 分 can remind you of dividing or distributing the contents. Together, they illustrate the idea of having more than enough.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 充分 with 足够 (zúgòu), which also means sufficient but is typically more informal. 充分 is often used in formal writing or speeches. Common collocations include 充分考虑 (fully consider) and 充分利用 (fully utilize).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 充分 connects well with other words related to adequacy and sufficiency, such as 足够 (zúgòu) and 充足 (chōngzú). Focus on using 充分 in more complex sentences to articulate your thoughts about resources or preparations.
Cultural Note
The concept of 充分 is important in Chinese culture, particularly in business and education, where thorough preparation and resource allocation are highly valued. This reflects the broader cultural emphasis on diligence and planning.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 充分 in casual contexts where足够 (zúgòu) would be more appropriate. For example, saying '这个房间不够充分' should be corrected to '这个房间不够大' (This room is not big enough).
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Grammar Patterns of 充分
充分 functions as an adverb — it modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In Chinese, adverbs sit BEFORE the verb they modify (我也去, 他常常迟到), never after it. It carries 6 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Hap-piness is the ability to make the most of what you have.
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我已经为迎战12个回合的拳击比赛作好了充分准备。
wǒ yǐ jīng wéi yíng zhàn12 12 gè huí hé de quán jī bǐ sài zuò hǎo le chōng fēn zhǔn。
I'm well prepared for a 12-round fight.
Cultural Notes for 充分
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The concept of 充分 is important in Chinese culture, particularly in business and education, where thorough preparation and resource allocation are highly valued. This reflects the broader cultural emphasis on diligence and planning.
Frequently Asked Questions about 充分
You can say, '我们需要充分准备这个项目' (We need to prepare adequately for this project).
Yes, 充分 is appropriate for both formal written contexts and more formal spoken conversations.
Yes, you can use 充分 to describe emotional states, like '我对这个决定感到充分满意' (I feel fully satisfied with this decision).
