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March 24, 2026
自豪zìháo(zi4hao2)
自豪 (zìháo) means feeling pride or satisfaction about one's achievements or qualities. It is commonly used in contexts where individuals express pride in their accomplishments, heritage, or the accomplishments of others, often reflecting a personal or collective sense of achievement.
Frequency#2292DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
自豪 is often used in the context of national pride, especially during events like the Chinese New Year or National Day, where people express pride in their country's history and culture.
Memory Tip
Think of 自 (zì) as 'self' and 豪 (háo) as 'heroic'. Imagine a hero feeling proud of their achievements. Visualize a superhero cape with 'self' written on it, fluttering proudly in the wind, symbolizing personal pride.
Meanings of 自豪
zìháo(zi4hao2)
1proud (of one's achievements etc)
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自豪Simplified
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名形词xíngróngcíadj-noun (adj.-n.)Part of Speech
#2292Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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AI Study Notes for 自豪
Quick Contrast
自满 (zìmǎn) refers to a sense of complacency or self-satisfaction, while 自豪 (zìháo) emphasizes a positive pride in achievements.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 自 (zì) as 'self' and 豪 (háo) as 'heroic'. Imagine a hero feeling proud of their achievements. Visualize a superhero cape with 'self' written on it, fluttering proudly in the wind, symbolizing personal pride.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 自豪 with 荣耀 (róngyào), which also conveys a sense of honor but is more formal. 自豪 is informal and often used in everyday conversations, such as when talking about family achievements. Remember to use the correct tone; the second tone in 豪 should be pronounced clearly.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 自豪 connects well with other words expressing emotions or states of being. Students should focus on using it in various contexts, such as discussing personal achievements or feelings of pride in cultural heritage.
Cultural Note
自豪 is often used in the context of national pride, especially during events like the Chinese New Year or National Day, where people express pride in their country's history and culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 自豪 when describing feelings of superiority. For example, saying '我对他感到自豪' (I feel proud of him) is incorrect unless it refers to a personal achievement. Instead, use '我为他的成就感到自豪' (I feel proud of his achievements).
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Grammar Patterns of 自豪
自豪 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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公爵为海伦女士和她的成就感到____，这很容易理解。
The duke is understandably proud of Lady Helen and her achievements.
Example Sentences for 自豪 (10)
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公爵为海伦女士和她的成就感到自豪，这很容易理解。
gōng jué wéi hǎi lún nǚ shì hé tā de chéng jiù gǎn dào zì háo， ， zhè hěn róng yì lǐ。
The duke is understandably proud of Lady Helen and her achievements.
2
她为自己的两个孩子都有音乐天赋而自豪。
tā wéi zì jǐ de liǎng gè hái zǐ dū yǒu yīn lè tiān fù ér zì háo。
She is proud that both her children have a talent for music.
3
他为有这样的好朋友而自豪.
tā wéi yǒu zhè yàng de hǎo péng yǒu ér zì háo.
He was proud of having such a good friend.
4
那件作品非常漂亮，你应当为之自豪。
nà jiàn zuò pǐn fēi cháng piāo liàng， ， nǐ yīng dāng wéi zhī zì。
That's a beautiful piece of work. You should be proud of it.
5
他为自己从荒地上开辟出的花园而感到自豪。
tā wéi zì jǐ cóng huāng dì shàng kāi bì chū de huā yuán ér gǎn dào zì háo。
He is proud of the garden he made from a wilderness.
Because you are able to take up arms and defend your motherland, we are all proud of you.
10
她自豪地骑上自行车，蹬了5英里路回家。
tā zì háo dì qí shàng zì háng chē， ， dēng5 le 5 yīng lǐ lù。
She climbed on her bike with a feeling of pride and pedalled the five miles home.
Cultural Notes for 自豪
🏮Cultural insight
自豪 is often used in the context of national pride, especially during events like the Chinese New Year or National Day, where people express pride in their country's history and culture.
Frequently Asked Questions about 自豪
No, 自豪 generally carries a positive connotation, reflecting pride rather than arrogance.
Yes, 自豪 implies a healthy pride in one’s achievements, while 骄傲 (jiāo'ào) can suggest arrogance.
You can say, '我为我的家人感到自豪' (I feel proud of my family).
