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March 24, 2026
赞成(贊成)zànchéng(zan4cheng2)
赞成 means to approve or endorse something, often used in the context of agreeing with an opinion, proposal, or action. It suggests a positive affirmation and is frequently employed in both formal discussions and casual conversations, especially when expressing support for ideas or plans.
Frequency#3935DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, consensus and harmony are highly valued, making the act of 赞成 particularly significant in group settings like meetings or family discussions. Expressing approval is not just about the idea but also about maintaining relationships.
Memory Tip
Think of 赞成 as a 'cheer' for an idea. The character 赞 (zan) looks like someone raising their hands in approval, while 成 (cheng) means 'to become.' Together, they signify becoming a supporter or endorser of an idea. Imagine cheering for a team—you're showing your approval!
Meanings of 赞成
zànchéng(zan4cheng2)
1to approve
2to endorse
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About 赞成
赞成Simplified
贊成Traditional
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—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#3935Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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同意 (tóngyì) - use 赞成 when emphasizing support or endorsement, while 同意 is more neutral, focusing on agreement without the same connotation of approval.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 赞成 as a 'cheer' for an idea. The character 赞 (zan) looks like someone raising their hands in approval, while 成 (cheng) means 'to become.' Together, they signify becoming a supporter or endorser of an idea. Imagine cheering for a team—you're showing your approval!
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include using 赞成 in overly casual contexts when a more formal term is required. It's often paired with words like '意见' (opinion) or '提议' (proposal). Pay attention to the tone; it’s a verb and should be used in the correct grammatical structure, e.g., '我赞成这个提议' (I approve of this proposal).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 赞成 connects with other verbs of agreement or support, such as 同意 (tóng yì, to agree). Focus on using it in various sentence structures to enhance your fluency and comprehension, especially in discussions.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, consensus and harmony are highly valued, making the act of 赞成 particularly significant in group settings like meetings or family discussions. Expressing approval is not just about the idea but also about maintaining relationships.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 赞成 with 同意 (tóng yì), which is more general for agreement. For example, saying '我赞成不同意' (I approve of disagreeing) is incorrect; the correct phrase is '我同意不同意' (I agree to disagree).
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Grammar Patterns of 赞成
赞成 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
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我极不____你试图达成的目标。
I'm highly unsympathetic to what you are trying to achieve.
Example Sentences for 赞成 (10)
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我极不赞成你试图达成的目标。
wǒ jí bù zàn chéng nǐ shì tú dá chéng de mù biāo。
I'm highly unsympathetic to what you are trying to achieve.
2
他赞成增加每天的课时并延长学年。
tā zàn chéng zēng jiā měi tiān de kè shí bìng yán cháng xué nián。
He favors extending the school day and school year.
Who's been taking my name in vain? I don't hold such an opinion.
9
实际上, "佛罗里达东海岸"案的裁决造成了坚决赞成非正式规则制定的推论.
shí jì shàng," , " fó luó lǐ dá dōng hǎi" àn " àn de cái jué zào chéng le jiān jué zàn chéng fēi zhèng shì guī zé zhì dìng de.
In effect, the Florida East Coast decision created a strong presumption in favor of informal rulemaking.
10
请所有赞成这项提议的人讲一声 “ 赞成 ”.
qǐng suǒ yǒu zàn chéng zhè xiàng tí yì de rén jiǎng yī shēng“ “ zàn”.
All in favor of this proposition will please say " Aye ".
Cultural Notes for 赞成
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, consensus and harmony are highly valued, making the act of 赞成 particularly significant in group settings like meetings or family discussions. Expressing approval is not just about the idea but also about maintaining relationships.
Frequently Asked Questions about 赞成
You can say '我赞成你的看法' (I approve of your viewpoint) to express agreement.
赞成 is generally neutral but leans towards formal usage, especially in business or political contexts.
Yes, it can be used for personal opinions, but be mindful of the context and audience.
