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声誉 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
声誉shēngyùreputationHSK 7, n, rank #8998, Hard
声誉shēngyùfameHSK 7, n, rank #8998, Hard
shēngyù(sheng1yu4) T1
  1. 1reputation
  2. 2fame
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March 24, 2026
声誉(聲譽)shēngyù(sheng1yu4)

声誉 (shēngyù) refers to the reputation or fame that a person or entity holds within a community or society. It encompasses the perception others have based on past actions, achievements, or behavior, and is often crucial in personal and professional contexts.

Frequency#8998DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, maintaining a good 声誉 is essential for both individuals and businesses, as it reflects one’s honor and integrity. This is especially important in the context of relationships (关系 guānxi) where reputation can significantly influence trust and collaboration.

Memory Tip

Think of 声 (shēng) as 'sound' and誉 (yù) as 'praise'. Imagine a famous singer whose voice (声) brings them great praise (誉) from fans, thus building their reputation.

Meanings of 声誉

shēngyù(sheng1yu4)
1reputation
2fame
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About 声誉

声誉Simplified
聲譽Traditional
—Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#8998Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 声誉

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名声 (míngshēng) - use 声誉 (shēngyù) for a more formal or societal context, while 名声 (míngshēng) often emphasizes personal reputation or fame.

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 声 (shēng) as 'sound' and誉 (yù) as 'praise'. Imagine a famous singer whose voice (声) brings them great praise (誉) from fans, thus building their reputation.

Usage Notes

声誉 can be used in both formal and informal contexts, often in discussions of business ethics or personal integrity. A common mistake is to confuse it with 名声 (míngshēng), which also means 'fame' but has a more public connotation. Be aware of the tone: 声誉 is neutral, while 名声 can imply a more superficial fame.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 声誉 connects well with other terms related to social standing and personal values. Focus on how it relates to discussions about morality and ethics in Chinese society.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, maintaining a good 声誉 is essential for both individuals and businesses, as it reflects one’s honor and integrity. This is especially important in the context of relationships (关系 guānxi) where reputation can significantly influence trust and collaboration.

Common Mistakes

Learners often misuse 声誉 when discussing fame related to entertainment. For example, saying '他的声誉非常高' (Tā de shēngyù fēicháng gāo) can sound awkward if they mean 'his fame is very high'; in this case, 名声 would be more appropriate.

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Component Characters

声shēngsound
HSK 37 strokes士
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誉yùreputation
13 strokes言
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Grammar Patterns of 声誉

声誉 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). It carries 2 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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由于约翰逊东窗事发，他们的体育____受到了严重损害。

Their sporting reputation has suffered enormously from Johnson's exposure.

Example Sentences for 声誉 (4)

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由于约翰逊东窗事发，他们的体育声誉受到了严重损害。

yóu yú yuē hàn xùn dōng chuāng shì fā， ， tā mén de tǐ yù shēng yù shòu dào le yán zhòng sǔn。

Their sporting reputation has suffered enormously from Johnson's exposure.
2
他是一位声誉很高的学者。

tā shì yī wèi shēng yù hěn gāo de xué zhě。

He was a highly regarded scholar.
3
他们的产品在世界市场上享有越来越高的声誉.

tā mén de chǎn pǐn zài shì jiè shì cháng shàng xiǎng yǒu yuè lái yuè gāo de shēng yù.

Their products enjoy ever higher prestige in the world market.
4
该商店因买卖公道而享有极高的声誉.

gāi shāng diàn yīn mǎi mài gōng dào ér xiǎng yǒu jí gāo de shēng yù.

This store has an excellent reputation for fair dealing.

Cultural Notes for 声誉

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, maintaining a good 声誉 is essential for both individuals and businesses, as it reflects one’s honor and integrity. This is especially important in the context of relationships (关系 guānxi) where reputation can significantly influence trust and collaboration.

Frequently Asked Questions about 声誉

You can say '他的声誉在业界非常好' (Tā de shēngyù zài yèjiè fēicháng hǎo), meaning 'His reputation in the industry is very good.'