至于

• 拼音: zhì yú
• 汉字拆解: 至 = arrow reaching target — to arrive; 于 = ancient preposition marker

含义

As for; as to; regarding; to go so far as to; to the extent of.

Primarily used as a preposition to introduce a new topic or shift focus to another aspect of discussion. Can also express reaching an extreme point, often in negative constructions. Common in formal discourse for transitioning between topics or addressing specific concerns.

例句

1. 会议的时间定好了，至于地点，明天再通知大家。
2. 事情虽然麻烦，但至于闹到离婚的地步，实在没必要。
3. 他虽然年轻，但能力很强，至于经验，可以慢慢积累。

用法指南

语境: formal speech, written language, discussions

语气: transitional

正确说法

• 价格我可以接受，至于质量怎么样，得看看再说。(The price is acceptable, but as for the quality, I need to see it first.)
• 不至于吧？(It won't go that far, will it?)

错误说法

• 至于他很高。(至于 introduces topics, not descriptions — say 关于他的身高 or use 他很高 directly)

起源与历史

Compound of 至 (to arrive at, to reach) and 于 (at, to). Literally means 'arriving at' a particular topic or extent, used to direct attention to a specific matter.

文化背景

世代: All ages

社会背景: Universal