Meanings of 赞叹
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AI Study Notes for 赞叹
赞美 (zànměi) — use 赞叹 when the admiration is more intense or awe-inspiring than just praise.
Picture a person with their mouth agape in awe, shouting '赞叹!' as they admire a breathtaking view. The character 赞 (zan) resembles a person giving a thumbs-up, while 叹 (tan) captures the sound of a deep sigh, emphasizing admiration.
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 赞叹; it has a falling tone which can change the meaning if pronounced incorrectly. This word is generally used in both formal and informal contexts but is more common in written or spoken praise.
As an HSK 6 word, 赞叹 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to emotions and expressions of sentiment. Focus on using it in conjunction with adjectives to enhance your descriptions of people or experiences.
赞叹 reflects a cultural appreciation for beauty and excellence in Chinese society, often seen in art and literature. The concept is also prevalent during festivals and celebrations where achievements are recognized.
Learners often confuse 赞叹 with 赞美 (zan4 mei3), which also means to praise but lacks the nuance of gasping in admiration. For example, saying '我赞美他的表演' (I admire his performance) is correct, but using 赞叹 here would be more expressive.
Pronunciation of 赞叹
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Grammar Patterns of 赞叹
赞叹 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.
Complete the Sentence
她的美丽为所有人所____。
Her beauty is admired by everyone.
Example Sentences for 赞叹 (2)
Cultural Notes for 赞叹
赞叹 reflects a cultural appreciation for beauty and excellence in Chinese society, often seen in art and literature. The concept is also prevalent during festivals and celebrations where achievements are recognized.
Frequently Asked Questions about 赞叹
You can say '我对他的演讲感到赞叹' (I am in awe of his speech).