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誉为yùwéi誉为 (yùwéi) means 'to be praised as' or 'to be regarded as'. It is commonly used to express admiration or recognition of someone's qualities, achievements, or contributions in various contexts, such as literature, art, or personal attributes. The term conveys a sense of honor and acclaim.HSK 5, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
誉为yùwéi(yu4wei2)

誉为 (yùwéi) means 'to be praised as' or 'to be regarded as'. It is commonly used to express admiration or recognition of someone's qualities, achievements, or contributions in various contexts, such as literature, art, or personal attributes. The term conveys a sense of honor and acclaim.

Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, public recognition and praise hold significant value, often influencing a person's reputation and social standing. For instance, being誉为 (yùwéi) a 'national hero' can elevate one’s status in society and is a common theme in historical narratives.

Memory Tip

Imagine a trophy with the word '誉' (yù), which resembles a person holding up an award, celebrating their achievements. The '为' (wéi) looks like a person standing on a pedestal, emphasizing the status of being praised. Together, picture this trophy being held high as someone is being honored, linking the sound 'yù' with the image of recognition.

About 誉为

誉为Simplified
16Strokes
Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L5IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2

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Quick Contrast

誉为 (yùwéi) vs 称为 (chēngwéi) — use 誉为 when emphasizing praise or honor, while 称为 focuses on naming or categorizing.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a trophy with the word '誉' (yù), which resembles a person holding up an award, celebrating their achievements. The '为' (wéi) looks like a person standing on a pedestal, emphasizing the status of being praised. Together, picture this trophy being held high as someone is being honored, linking the sound 'yù' with the image of recognition.

Usage Notes

This word is generally used in formal contexts, such as speeches or articles, and might be mistaken for casual expressions of praise. A common collocation is '誉为伟人' (yùwéi wěirén), meaning 'praised as a great person'. Pay attention to the tone; incorrect pronunciation could lead to confusion with similar-sounding terms.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 5 word, learners should focus on its usage in formal writing and speaking. Connecting it with other HSK 5 vocabulary like '杰出' (jiéchū, outstanding) or '成就' (chéngjiù, achievement) will enhance understanding since they often appear in similar contexts.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, public recognition and praise hold significant value, often influencing a person's reputation and social standing. For instance, being誉为 (yùwéi) a 'national hero' can elevate one’s status in society and is a common theme in historical narratives.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse '誉为' with '认为' (rènwéi, to think/believe), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '他认为伟人' (He thinks [is] a great person) instead of '他被誉为伟人' (He is praised as a great person) is incorrect.

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Cultural Notes for 誉为

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In Chinese culture, public recognition and praise hold significant value, often influencing a person's reputation and social standing. For instance, being誉为 (yùwéi) a 'national hero' can elevate one’s status in society and is a common theme in historical narratives.

Frequently Asked Questions about 誉为

'誉为' is often followed by a title or a descriptor, such as '他被誉为伟大的诗人' (He is praised as a great poet).