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以至yǐzhìdown toHSK 6, c, rank #21307, Hard
以至yǐzhìup toHSK 6, c, rank #21307, Hard
以至yǐzhìto such an extent as to ... (also written 以至於HSK 6, c, rank #21307, Hard
以至yǐzhì>以至于[yǐ zhì yú])HSK 6, c, rank #21307, Hard
以至yǐzhìto such an extent as to ...HSK 6, unknown, rank #21307, Hard
以至yǐzhìalso written 以至於|以至于[yi3 zhi4 yu2]HSK 6, unknown, rank #21307, Hard
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以至yǐzhì(yi3zhi4)

The phrase 以至 (yǐ zhì) is used to express a range or extent, indicating that something reaches down to a certain point or to such an extent that it causes a particular effect. It is commonly used in both written and spoken Chinese to emphasize consequences or limits, and can often be found in formal contexts such as academic writing or news reports.

Frequency#21307DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, precision in expression is valued, especially in formal writing. The use of 以至 demonstrates the importance placed on clarity and the consequences of actions, reflecting a broader cultural emphasis on responsibility.

Memory Tip

Think of 以 (yǐ) as a bridge connecting two points, and 至 (zhì) as a destination. Imagine walking down that bridge to reach your goal, illustrating the concept of extending something down to a certain limit. The pronunciation 'yi3 zhi4' can be remembered as 'You (以) reach (至) the end (至) of your goals.'

Meanings of 以至

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About 以至

以至Simplified
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连词连词conjunction (conj.)Part of Speech
#21307Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 以至

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 以 (yǐ) as a bridge connecting two points, and 至 (zhì) as a destination. Imagine walking down that bridge to reach your goal, illustrating the concept of extending something down to a certain limit. The pronunciation 'yi3 zhi4' can be remembered as 'You (以) reach (至) the end (至) of your goals.'

Usage Notes

Be cautious not to confuse 以至 with similar phrases; it is specifically used to indicate extent or consequence. It is mostly used in formal contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations. Common collocations include phrases like '以至于' (yǐ zhì yú) for even more emphasis on extent.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 以至 connects well with other advanced vocabulary expressing limits or conditions. Students should focus on practicing its usage in complex sentences to convey nuanced meanings effectively.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, precision in expression is valued, especially in formal writing. The use of 以至 demonstrates the importance placed on clarity and the consequences of actions, reflecting a broader cultural emphasis on responsibility.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 以至 with other similar words like 甚至 (shèn zhì), which means 'even.' For example, saying '我以至他也来了' (I down to he also came) is incorrect; it should be '我以至于他也来了' (I even to the extent that he came).

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Component Characters

以yǐto use
HSK 54 strokes人
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至zhìto arrive
HSK 56 strokes至
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Grammar Patterns of 以至

以至 functions as a conjunction — it connects clauses or phrases. Many Chinese conjunctions come in pairs (虽然…但是…, 因为…所以…); use them at the front of the clauses they link. 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.

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这篇课文读了很多遍，____于全文都背得出来。

I read this text so many times that I can recite the whole thing.

Example Sentences for 以至 (7)

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这件事她说了太多遍，以至自己都开始相信了。

zhè jiàn shì tā shuō le tài duō biàn， ， yǐ zhì zì jǐ dū kāi shǐ xiāng xìn。

She said it so many times that she came to believe it.
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整个族群都是同系繁殖，以至于根本不存在基因差异。

zhěng gè zú qún dū shì tóng xì fán zhí， ， yǐ zhì yú gēn běn bù cún zài jī yīn chà。

The whole population is so inbred that no genetic differences remain.
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她毫不隐讳地表示想得到他的工作，以至于他们之间说话都带着火药味。

tā háo bù yǐn huì dì biǎo shì xiǎng dé dào tā de gōng zuò， ， yǐ zhì yú tā mén zhī jiān shuō huà dū dài zháo huǒ yào。

She coveted his job so openly that conversations between them were tense.
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褪绿部分由淡黄色演变为黄褐色以至褐色,最终变干呈“灼伤状 ”.

tuì lǜ bù fēn yóu dàn huáng sè yǎn biàn wéi huáng hè sè yǐ zhì hè sè, , zuì zhōng biàn gān“ chéng “ zhuó”.

The chlorosis develops from light yellow to tan, becoming brown and finally drying to a'scorch ".
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他那么会花言巧语，以至于骗过了所有的人。

tā nà mó huì huā yán qiǎo yǔ， ， yǐ zhì yú piàn guò le suǒ yǒu de。

He was so plausible that he conned everybody.
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收入的大部分都付了按揭月供款，以至于分文不剩。

shōu rù de dà bù fēn dū fù le àn jiē yuè gōng kuǎn， ， yǐ zhì yú fēn wén bù。

So much income is devoted to monthly mortgage payments that nothing is left over.
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我觉得我自己有一点笨,以至于上不了大学.

wǒ jué dé wǒ zì jǐ yǒu yī diǎn bèn, , yǐ zhì yú shàng bù le dà.

My brothera bit thick when it comes to science.

Cultural Notes for 以至

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, precision in expression is valued, especially in formal writing. The use of 以至 demonstrates the importance placed on clarity and the consequences of actions, reflecting a broader cultural emphasis on responsibility.

Frequently Asked Questions about 以至

It's best to reserve 以至 for formal contexts, as it may sound overly stiff in everyday discussions.