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March 24, 2026
荣誉(榮譽)róngyù(rong2yu4)
荣誉 (róngyù) refers to a sense of honor or glory that is often associated with respect and recognition for achievements or virtues. It is commonly used in contexts related to awards, military achievements, or personal reputation, highlighting the esteem one holds in society or a specific community.
Frequency#2818DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 荣誉 is deeply intertwined with Confucian values, where honor and reputation are paramount. For instance, receiving an honorary title from the government is a prestigious event that reflects not just personal achievement but also family and community pride.
Memory Tip
Imagine a trophy (荣) shining brightly, representing the glory (誉) won by someone for their outstanding achievements. The trophy symbolizes the honor bestowed upon them, making it easier to remember the connection between 荣誉 and the idea of recognition and prestige.
Meanings of 荣誉
róngyù(rong2yu4)
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About 荣誉
荣誉Simplified
榮譽Traditional
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人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#2818Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 荣誉
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荣誉 (róngyù) vs 声誉 (shēngyù) — use 荣誉 for honor related to achievements, while 声誉 refers to reputation based on general public perception.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a trophy (荣) shining brightly, representing the glory (誉) won by someone for their outstanding achievements. The trophy symbolizes the honor bestowed upon them, making it easier to remember the connection between 荣誉 and the idea of recognition and prestige.
Usage Notes
When using 荣誉, be mindful of its formal tone, as it is often employed in official or celebratory contexts. Common collocations include 荣誉称号 (honorary title) and 争取荣誉 (to strive for honor). A frequent mistake is using it interchangeably with '荣幸' (róngxìng), which means 'honored' or 'fortunate,' but refers to feeling honored rather than the concept of honor itself.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 荣誉 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to achievement and recognition, such as 成就 (chéngjiù, achievement) and 赞誉 (zànyù, praise). Students should focus on understanding its nuances in various contexts, particularly in formal speeches or writings.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 荣誉 is deeply intertwined with Confucian values, where honor and reputation are paramount. For instance, receiving an honorary title from the government is a prestigious event that reflects not just personal achievement but also family and community pride.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 荣誉 with 荣幸. For example, saying '我觉得这是我的荣幸' (I think this is my honor) when they actually want to express feeling honored is incorrect; it should be '我觉得这是我的荣幸' (I feel honored).
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Grammar Patterns of 荣誉
荣誉 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 5 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.
bó kǎo sī zài zú qiú shàng huò dé le pèi dài xiào míng shǒu zì mǔ biāo zhì de róng yù。
Burkoth lettered in soccer.
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加扎以优异的成绩获得了三级荣誉学位。
jiā zā yǐ yōu yì de chéng jì huò dé le sān jí róng yù xué wèi。
Gazza finished a creditable third.
Cultural Notes for 荣誉
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, 荣誉 is deeply intertwined with Confucian values, where honor and reputation are paramount. For instance, receiving an honorary title from the government is a prestigious event that reflects not just personal achievement but also family and community pride.
Frequently Asked Questions about 荣誉
荣誉 refers to honor and glory generally associated with achievements, while 荣幸 means feeling honored or privileged.
It's more suitable for formal contexts, such as awards ceremonies or official speeches, rather than casual conversations.
You can say, '他获得了国家的荣誉' (He received the honor of the nation).
