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综上所述 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
综上所述zōngshàngsuǒshùto summarizeHSK 7, unknown, 30 strokes, rank #37792, Very Hard
综上所述zōngshàngsuǒshùa round-upHSK 7, unknown, 30 strokes, rank #37792, Very Hard
综上所述zōngshàngsuǒshùin summary ...HSK 7, unknown, 30 strokes, rank #37792, Very Hard
zōngshàngsuǒshù(zong1shang4suo3shu4) T1
  1. 1to summarize
  2. 2a round-up
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March 24, 2026

综上所述(綜上所述)zōngshàngsuǒshù(zong1shang4suo3shu4)

综上所述 is an idiom used to summarize or conclude a discussion by restating the main points mentioned earlier. It is commonly used in formal writing and presentations to signal that the speaker or writer is providing a final synthesis of information.

Strokes30Frequency#37792DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, summarizing discussions is often seen as a sign of clarity and respect for the audience, reflecting the value placed on being concise and direct during formal communication.

Memory Tip

Imagine a bird (综) soaring above a landscape (上) where various streams of thoughts (所) converge into a single river (述). The bird represents the act of summarizing and seeing the big picture.

Meanings of 综上所述

zōngshàngsuǒshù(zong1shang4suo3shu4)
1to summarize
2a round-up
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About 综上所述

综上所述Simplified
綜上所述Traditional
30Strokes
—Radical
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 综上所述

Usage Notes

This phrase is typically used in formal contexts, such as academic papers or business presentations. A common mistake is using it in casual conversation, where simpler phrases would be more appropriate. Be careful with the tones; incorrect tones can change the meaning.

HSK Study Tips

While 综上所述 is not in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is beneficial for HSK 5 and above learners who are preparing for academic or professional communication. Focus on understanding its structure and how it relates to summarizing arguments.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 综上所述 with 综述, which means 'to review' or 'to survey,' but does not imply a summary. A wrong example would be using 综上所述 when simply discussing a topic rather than concluding it.

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Idiom Spotlight: 综上所述

Chengyu Origin Story
Literal meaning:summarize above so say

Component Characters

综zèngheddle (device to form warp in weaving textiles)
11 strokes纟
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上shàngon top
HSK 13 strokes一
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所suǒactually
HSK 58 strokes户
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述shùto state
HSK 78 strokes辶
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How to say to summarize in Chinese

“to summarize” in Chinese is综上所述zōngshàngsuǒshù

综上所述 is an idiom used to summarize or conclude a discussion by restating the main points mentioned earlier. It is commonly used in formal writing and presentations to signal that the speaker or writer is providing a final synthesis of information.

When to use 综上所述

This phrase is typically used in formal contexts, such as academic papers or business presentations. A common mistake is using it in casual conversation, where simpler phrases would be more appropriate. Be careful with the tones; incorrect tones can change the meaning.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 综上所述 with 综述, which means 'to review' or 'to survey,' but does not imply a summary. A wrong example would be using 综上所述 when simply discussing a topic rather than concluding it.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 综上所述

Use it at the end of a discussion to indicate that you are summarizing the key points.

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