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March 24, 2026
高超gāochāo(gao1chao1)
高超 (gāo chāo) refers to something that is excellent or surpassing in quality or skill. It is often used to describe someone's exceptional abilities or a product that exceeds expectations, commonly in contexts like sports, arts, or professional skills.
Frequency#12308DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, high standards of excellence are often revered, especially in fields like education and martial arts, where mastery is a lifelong pursuit. The term 高超 captures the respect given to individuals who achieve such levels of skill.
Memory Tip
Imagine a high mountain (高) where only the most skilled (超) climbers can reach the peak. Visualize these climbers performing breathtaking feats, representing their high level of excellence.
Meanings of 高超
gāochāo(gao1chao1)
1excellent
2superlative
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About 高超
高超Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#12308Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 高超
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卓越 (zhuóyuè) — use 高超 for skills or abilities that are impressive, while 卓越 emphasizes outstanding achievement or excellence in a broader context.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a high mountain (高) where only the most skilled (超) climbers can reach the peak. Visualize these climbers performing breathtaking feats, representing their high level of excellence.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 高超 with other similar terms like 优秀 (yōu xiù), which also means excellent but may imply a more general quality. Use 高超 in more formal contexts or when emphasizing superiority in skill or achievement.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 高超 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to skill and quality, such as 极品 (jí pǐn, top-notch) and 卓越 (zhuó yuè, outstanding). Focus on using it in context to describe specific talents or achievements.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, high standards of excellence are often revered, especially in fields like education and martial arts, where mastery is a lifelong pursuit. The term 高超 captures the respect given to individuals who achieve such levels of skill.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 高超 in casual conversations, where simpler terms like 好 (hǎo, good) may suffice. For example, saying '他的表现高超' (His performance is excellent) is correct, but may sound too formal in everyday dialogue.
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Grammar Patterns of 高超
高超 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
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那需要运动员有____的技巧、冷静的头脑和迅速的反应能力。
It takes great skill, cool nerves and the reflexes of an athlete.
Example Sentences for 高超 (4)
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那需要运动员有高超的技巧、冷静的头脑和迅速的反应能力。
nà xū yào yùn dòng yuán yǒu gāo chāo de jì qiǎo、 、 lěng jìng de tóu nǎo hé xùn sù de fǎn yīng néng。
It takes great skill, cool nerves and the reflexes of an athlete.
The journey round Cape Horn demanded a high degree of seamanship.
Cultural Notes for 高超
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, high standards of excellence are often revered, especially in fields like education and martial arts, where mastery is a lifelong pursuit. The term 高超 captures the respect given to individuals who achieve such levels of skill.
Frequently Asked Questions about 高超
Yes, you can use 高超 to describe someone's exceptional skills or talents, for example, '他的技术非常高超' (His skills are very excellent).
While it is more common in formal contexts, it can also be used informally among peers to emphasize someone's impressive abilities.
高超 emphasizes surpassing excellence or skill, while 优秀 is more general and can refer to good qualities without the same level of superiority.
