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March 24, 2026
成熟chéngshú(cheng2shu2)
成熟 (chéngshú) means 'mature' or 'ripe' and can refer to both people and things. It indicates a state of development where someone or something has reached a level of completeness, sophistication, or readiness. Commonly used in contexts such as personal growth, emotional maturity, or describing fruits that are ready to eat.
Frequency#2311DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, maturity is often associated with wisdom and responsibility, especially in familial and societal roles. The concept of 成熟 extends beyond age; it is about life experiences and the ability to handle challenges gracefully.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tree bearing fruit. As the fruit grows, it changes from green to vibrant colors, representing maturity. The character 成 (chéng) resembles a person standing tall, symbolizing achievement, while 熟 (shú) looks like a warm, soft fruit, indicating ripeness. Together, they evoke the image of someone or something that has finally reached its prime.
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AI Study Notes for 成熟
Quick Contrast
成熟 (chéngshú) vs 完善 (wánshàn) — use 成熟 for maturity in personal growth or ripeness, while 完善 emphasizes perfection or improvement in quality.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tree bearing fruit. As the fruit grows, it changes from green to vibrant colors, representing maturity. The character 成 (chéng) resembles a person standing tall, symbolizing achievement, while 熟 (shú) looks like a warm, soft fruit, indicating ripeness. Together, they evoke the image of someone or something that has finally reached its prime.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 成熟 with other similar words like 发展 (fāzhǎn) which means 'development'. It's important to note that 成熟 emphasizes reaching a final, perfected state, while 发展 implies ongoing progress. This term can be used in both formal and informal contexts, so pay attention to the surrounding language.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 成熟 connects well with other terms related to personal and emotional development, such as 经验 (jīngyàn, experience) and 性格 (xìnggé, character). Students should focus on using this term in sentences that discuss growth or readiness.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, maturity is often associated with wisdom and responsibility, especially in familial and societal roles. The concept of 成熟 extends beyond age; it is about life experiences and the ability to handle challenges gracefully.
Common Mistakes
Learners might mistakenly use 成熟 to describe something that is merely old, such as saying '这本书很成熟' (Zhè běn shū hěn chéngshú, 'This book is very mature'), when they actually mean 'old'. The correct use would focus on the book’s content or themes being mature.
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Grammar Patterns of 成熟
成熟 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. 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.
Winter - sown crops, like barley and millet, quickly ripen in the strong sun.
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成熟的男人会陪你看你喜欢的电视节目.
chéng shú de nán rén huì péi nǐ kàn nǐ xǐ huān de diàn shì jié mù.
Mature men will accompany you see your favorite television programs.
Cultural Notes for 成熟
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, maturity is often associated with wisdom and responsibility, especially in familial and societal roles. The concept of 成熟 extends beyond age; it is about life experiences and the ability to handle challenges gracefully.
Frequently Asked Questions about 成熟
Yes, 成熟 can describe a person's maturity in terms of emotional and psychological development.
No, it refers to the quality of being mature, which can occur at any age depending on experiences.
You can say '他很成熟' (Tā hěn chéngshú), which means 'He is very mature'.
