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显著 (xiǎnzhù) vs 重要 (zhòngyào) — use 长足 to emphasize the extent of progress, while 显著 focuses on visibility and importance, and 重要 highlights significance rather than progression.
Learners often mistakenly use '长足' in contexts where 'small progress' is more appropriate. It's usually used in formal settings, such as reports or speeches, rather than casual conversations. Common collocations include '长足进步' (remarkable improvement) and '长足发展' (remarkable development).
While '长足' is not explicitly listed in HSK, it can be beneficial for HSK 5 learners who are exploring more sophisticated vocabulary. Focus on understanding its usage in formal writing and speeches, as well as its synonyms and antonyms to enrich vocabulary.
Learners sometimes confuse '长足' with '微小' (tiny) and use it incorrectly to refer to minor changes. For example, saying '他有长足的进步' when referring to slight improvements is incorrect; it should be '他有微小的进步'.
Pronunciation of 长足
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How to say remarkable (progress, improvement, expansion etc) in Chinese
“remarkable (progress, improvement, expansion etc)” in Chinese is长足
The term '长足' refers to significant or remarkable progress, improvement, or expansion in various contexts, such as personal development, business growth, or academic achievements. It is often used to emphasize the extent of advancement over a period of time.
When to use 长足
Learners often mistakenly use '长足' in contexts where 'small progress' is more appropriate. It's usually used in formal settings, such as reports or speeches, rather than casual conversations. Common collocations include '长足进步' (remarkable improvement) and '长足发展' (remarkable development).
长足 or something close to it
显著 (xiǎnzhù) vs 重要 (zhòngyào) — use 长足 to emphasize the extent of progress, while 显著 focuses on visibility and importance, and 重要 highlights significance rather than progression.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes confuse '长足' with '微小' (tiny) and use it incorrectly to refer to minor changes. For example, saying '他有长足的进步' when referring to slight improvements is incorrect; it should be '他有微小的进步'.
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'长足' is more suitable for formal contexts, so it might sound out of place in casual conversation.
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