成才

• 拼音: chéng cái
• 汉字拆解: 成 = 戊 (weapon) + 丁 (nail) = to accomplish; 才 = pictograph of a sprout emerging

含义

To become a useful person; to develop into a talented individual. Emphasizes personal growth and achievement.

A key concept in Chinese education and parenting. Implies not just success but becoming a person of value to society. Often used by parents and teachers when discussing children's futures. Carries strong cultural weight.

例句

1. 父母都希望自己的孩子能够成才。
2. 条条大路通罗马，成才的方式有很多种。
3. 他从小就刻苦学习，最终成才成为一名科学家。

用法指南

语境: education, family, personal development

语气: aspirational

正确说法

• 读书不是成才的唯一途径。(Going to school is not the only path to becoming successful.)
• 老师的悉心教导帮助很多学生成才。(The teacher's careful guidance helped many students develop their talents.)

错误说法

• 他已经成才了 for simply getting a job (成才 implies significant achievement, not just employment)

起源与历史

Compound of 成 (to become, accomplish) and 才 (talent, ability). Literally 'to become a talent.'

文化背景

世代: All ages

社会背景: Universal