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March 24, 2026
完美wánměi(wan2mei3)
完美 (wán měi) means 'perfect' or 'perfection' in Mandarin. It is commonly used to describe something that is flawless or has achieved a high standard, often in contexts such as art, relationships, or performance. The term conveys not just the absence of faults but an ideal state of excellence.
Strokes16Frequency#756DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 完美 is often idealized, especially in art and personal relationships, where achieving perfection is highly valued. This reflects a broader cultural appreciation for harmony and balance in life.
Memory Tip
Think of 完 (complete) and 美 (beautiful). Imagine a perfectly completed painting that is both complete and beautiful, helping you remember that 完美 signifies perfection. Visualize a masterpiece that leaves you in awe, embodying the essence of 'perfect'.
Meanings of 完美
wánměi(wan2mei3)
1perfect
2perfection
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About 完美
完美Simplified
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#756Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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Quick Contrast
完美 (wánměi) vs 精致 (jīngzhì): choose 完美 when emphasizing flawlessness or an ideal state, while 精致 highlights refinement and intricate detail.
Usage Notes
Avoid using 完美 in overly casual contexts, as it might come off as exaggerated. It is often paired with verbs like 'achieve' (达到) or 'represent' (代表) to emphasize reaching perfection. Be careful with tone; it is pronounced with a second tone (wán) and a third tone (měi).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 完美 is useful for discussing qualities and attributes. Students should connect it with other descriptive adjectives, enhancing their vocabulary for expressing opinions and aesthetics, such as 美丽 (beautiful) or 优秀 (excellent).
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 完美 with other words like 完成 (to complete). For example, saying '他完成的工作是完美的' (The work he completed is perfect) is incorrect; it should be '他工作的质量是完美的' (The quality of his work is perfect).
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完美 (wán měi) means 'perfect' or 'perfection' in Mandarin. It is commonly used to describe something that is flawless or has achieved a high standard, often in contexts such as art, relationships, or performance. The term conveys not just the absence of faults but an ideal state of excellence.
When to use 完美
Avoid using 完美 in overly casual contexts, as it might come off as exaggerated. It is often paired with verbs like 'achieve' (达到) or 'represent' (代表) to emphasize reaching perfection. Be careful with tone; it is pronounced with a second tone (wán) and a third tone (měi).
完美 or something close to it
完美 (wánměi) vs 精致 (jīngzhì): choose 完美 when emphasizing flawlessness or an ideal state, while 精致 highlights refinement and intricate detail.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 完美 with other words like 完成 (to complete). For example, saying '他完成的工作是完美的' (The work he completed is perfect) is incorrect; it should be '他工作的质量是完美的' (The quality of his work is perfect).
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Grammar Patterns of 完美
完美 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
