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取胜 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
取胜qǔshèngto score a victoryHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #9825, Very Hard
取胜qǔshèngto prevail over one's opponentsHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #9825, Very Hard
qǔshèng(qu3sheng4)qu sheng T3
  1. 1to score a victory
  2. 2to prevail over one's opponents
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March 24, 2026

取胜(取勝)qǔshèng(qu3sheng4)

取胜 (qǔ shèng) means 'to score a victory' or 'to prevail over one's opponents'. It is commonly used in contexts related to competitions, sports, and strategic contexts where success against rivals is emphasized. The phrase conveys a sense of achievement and overcoming challenges.

Strokes17Frequency#9825DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the concept of victory is often linked to hard work and perseverance, especially in traditional contexts like martial arts, where the ultimate goal is to prevail through skill and strategy. This reflects the cultural value placed on effort and resilience.

Memory tip

Imagine a victorious athlete holding a trophy high above their head, shouting '取胜!' (qu3 sheng4). The character 取 (qǔ) resembles a person reaching out to grab something, symbolizing the act of taking victory, while 胜 (shèng) looks like a banner waving in triumph, representing success.

Meanings of 取胜

qǔshèng(qu3sheng4)
1to score a victory
2to prevail over one's opponents
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About 取胜

取胜Simplified
取勝Traditional
17Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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胜利 (shènglì) vs 取胜 (qǔshèng): 取胜 emphasizes the act of winning or prevailing, while 胜利 refers to the state of victory achieved.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of using 取胜 in competitive contexts, as it may not be appropriate in non-competitive settings. Common collocations include 取胜的方法 (methods to win) or 取胜的关键 (key to victory). Avoid confusion with 胜利 (shènglì), which generally means 'victory' but does not imply the action of achieving it.

HSK Study Tips

While 取胜 is not explicitly listed in the HSK levels, understanding it can enhance your vocabulary related to competition and success. Focus on using it in sentences to describe achievements in sports or exams, connecting it to other verbs of action and competition.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 取胜 with 胜利 (shènglì); for example, saying '我想胜利' (wǒ xiǎng shènglì) instead of '我想取胜' (wǒ xiǎng qǔ shèng) when meaning 'I want to win against someone'. Be clear that 取胜 involves competition.

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Component characters

取qǔto take
HSK 48 strokes又
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胜shèngvictory
HSK 59 strokes⺼
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How to say to score a victory in Chinese

“to score a victory” in Chinese is取胜qǔshèng

取胜 (qǔ shèng) means 'to score a victory' or 'to prevail over one's opponents'. It is commonly used in contexts related to competitions, sports, and strategic contexts where success against rivals is emphasized. The phrase conveys a sense of achievement and overcoming challenges.

When to use 取胜

Be mindful of using 取胜 in competitive contexts, as it may not be appropriate in non-competitive settings. Common collocations include 取胜的方法 (methods to win) or 取胜的关键 (key to victory). Avoid confusion with 胜利 (shènglì), which generally means 'victory' but does not imply the action of achieving it.

取胜 or something close to it

胜利 (shènglì) vs 取胜 (qǔshèng): 取胜 emphasizes the act of winning or prevailing, while 胜利 refers to the state of victory achieved.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 取胜 with 胜利 (shènglì); for example, saying '我想胜利' (wǒ xiǎng shènglì) instead of '我想取胜' (wǒ xiǎng qǔ shèng) when meaning 'I want to win against someone'. Be clear that 取胜 involves competition.

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