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成年 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
成年chéngniánto grow to adulthoodHSK 5, unknown, rank #7991, Hard
成年chéngniánfully grownHSK 5, unknown, rank #7991, Hard
成年chéngniánthe whole yearHSK 5, unknown, rank #7991, Hard
chéngnián(cheng2nian2) T2
  1. 1to grow to adulthood
  2. 2fully grown
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March 24, 2026
成年()chéngnián(cheng2nian2)

成年 refers to reaching adulthood or the age of maturity. It is commonly used in legal, social, and educational contexts to indicate someone who is considered an adult with full rights and responsibilities.

Frequency#7991DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 成年 is significant as it marks the transition from childhood to adulthood, often associated with rituals or celebrations in various communities.

Memory Tip

Think of 成年 as a 'grown tree' (成 can remind you of a tree reaching its full height and 年 signifies the passing of years). Visualize a tree growing strong and tall, symbolizing an individual's journey to adulthood.

Meanings of 成年

chéngnián(cheng2nian2)
1to grow to adulthood
2fully grown
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About 成年

成年Simplified
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副词fùcíadverb (adv.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L5AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 成年

Quick Contrast

成年人 (chéngrén, adult) vs 成年人 (chéngniánrén, adult person) — use 成年 to emphasize the state of being of age rather than the person.

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 成年 as a 'grown tree' (成 can remind you of a tree reaching its full height and 年 signifies the passing of years). Visualize a tree growing strong and tall, symbolizing an individual's journey to adulthood.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the tone; remember that 成年 is pronounced with a rising tone (cheng2) and a falling tone (nian2). It is often used in formal contexts, such as legal documents or discussions about age.

HSK Study Tips

While 成年 is not specifically included in HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to basic age-related terms. Focus on understanding age-related phrases and how they relate to social contexts in Mandarin.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 成年 is significant as it marks the transition from childhood to adulthood, often associated with rituals or celebrations in various communities.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 成年 with younger age terms like 未成年 (minor). Remember, 成年 refers to someone who is legally considered an adult, while 未成年 means not yet an adult.

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Component Characters

chéngto succeed
HSK 66 strokes
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niányear
HSK 16 strokes
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Cultural Notes for 成年

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of 成年 is significant as it marks the transition from childhood to adulthood, often associated with rituals or celebrations in various communities.

Frequently Asked Questions about 成年

成年 implies that a person is now responsible for their actions and can engage in legal contracts and decisions.