成就

• Pinyin: chéng jiù
• Hanzi breakdown: 成 = 戈 (weapon) + 丁 (phonetic), meaning to complete; 就 = 京 (capital) + 尤 (especially), meaning to accomplish

Meaning

Achievement; accomplishment. Refers to significant results or successes, especially from sustained effort.

As a noun, 成就 describes notable accomplishments in work, study, or life. As a verb, it means to help bring about success or to accomplish something significant. Often used in formal or inspirational contexts rather than for trivial everyday tasks.

Examples

1. 他在科学方面取得了很大的成就。 He has made great achievements in science.
2. 这些年的努力终于有了成就。 Years of hard work have finally resulted in accomplishments.
3. 父母的支持成就了她的梦想。 Her parents' support helped her achieve her dreams.

Usage Guide

Context: work, education, media

Tone: respectful

Do Say

• 她的成就让大家都很佩服。(Her achievements are admired by everyone.)
• 学好一门语言是很大的成就。(Mastering a language is a great accomplishment.)

Don't Say

• 我今天吃了三碗饭，真是一个成就。(Don't use 成就 for trivial everyday things — it implies significant, noteworthy accomplishments)

Origin & History

Compound of 成 (to complete, to succeed) and 就 (to accomplish, to approach). Together they emphasize the completion of something significant.

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal