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实现 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
实现shíxiànto achieveHSK 5, v, 16 strokes, rank #1931, Hard
实现shíxiànto implementHSK 5, v, 16 strokes, rank #1931, Hard
实现shíxiànto realizeHSK 5, v, 16 strokes, rank #1931, Hard
实现shíxiànto bring aboutHSK 5, v, 16 strokes, rank #1931, Hard
shíxiàn(shi2xian4) T2
  1. 1to achieve
  2. 2to implement
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March 24, 2026

实现(實現)shíxiàn(shi2xian4)

实现 (shíxiàn) refers to the process of bringing an idea, plan, or goal into reality. It is commonly used in contexts involving goals, projects, or aspirations, implying not just the act of making something happen, but also the successful completion of that act.

Strokes16Frequency#1931DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 实现 is deeply tied to the value placed on hard work and perseverance in achieving one’s goals, reflecting the cultural ethos of striving towards success.

Memory Tip

Think of 实 (shí) as 'true' or 'real', and 现 (xiàn) as 'to appear' or 'to show'. Imagine a magician pulling a real rabbit out of a hat, making it 'appear' – this symbolizes the transition from an idea to a realized outcome.

Meanings of 实现

shíxiàn(shi2xian4)
1to achieve
2to implement
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About 实现

实现Simplified
實現Traditional
16Strokes
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#1931Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1

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AI Study Notes for 实现

Quick Contrast

完成 (wánchéng) vs 实现 (shíxiàn): use 实现 when emphasizing the process of making an idea a reality, while 完成 focuses more on the completion of a task or project.

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 实 (shí) as 'true' or 'real', and 现 (xiàn) as 'to appear' or 'to show'. Imagine a magician pulling a real rabbit out of a hat, making it 'appear' – this symbolizes the transition from an idea to a realized outcome.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of the context in which you use 实现; it is typically used in more formal or academic settings. Common collocations include '实现目标' (achieve a goal) and '实现计划' (implement a plan). Avoid mixing it with '达到' (dá dào), which means 'to reach' and has a slightly different nuance.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 5 word, 实现 connects well with other words related to goals and achievements, such as 目标 (mùbiāo, goal) and 成功 (chénggōng, success). Focus on using it in sentences that illustrate implementation or realization of ideas.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 实现 is deeply tied to the value placed on hard work and perseverance in achieving one’s goals, reflecting the cultural ethos of striving towards success.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 实现 with 变成 (biànchéng, to become), using it incorrectly in contexts like '她实现了医生' (Tā shíxiànle yīshēng). The correct phrase would be '她成为了医生' (Tā chéngwéile yīshēng), meaning 'She became a doctor.'

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Component Characters

实shíreal
HSK 48 strokes宀
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现xiànto appear
HSK 48 strokes王
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Grammar Patterns of 实现

实现 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 4 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.

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他努力学习，从而____了当翻译的理想。

He studied hard, thereby achieving his dream of becoming a translator.

Example Sentences for 实现 (14)

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我们需要的不是善意但难以实现的宣言，而是实际行动。

wǒ mén xū yào de bù shì shàn yì dàn nán yǐ shí xiàn de xuān yán， ， ér shì shí jì háng。

What we need is not manifestos of pious intentions, but real action.
2
数年前，艾莱的农场就实现了机械化。

shù nián qián， ， ài lái de nóng cháng jiù shí xiàn le jī xiè。

Mechanization happened years ago on the farms of Islay.
3
这是通过中枢神经系统的调节作用实现的。

zhè shì tōng guò zhōng shū shén jīng xì tǒng de tiáo jié zuò yòng shí xiàn de。

This works through the mediation of the central nervous system.
4
世界上只有一样东西可以阻止梦想实现，那就是害怕失败。

shì jiè shàng zhī yǒu yī yàng dōng xī kě yǐ zǔ zhǐ mèng xiǎng shí xiàn， ， nà jiù shì hài pà shī。

There is only one thing that makes a dream impossible to achieve: the fear of failure.--Paulo Coelho
5
有志之士将会共同为实现这些目标而努力。

yǒu zhì zhī shì jiāng huì gòng tóng wéi shí xiàn zhè xiē mù biāo ér nǔ lì。

There are many who will work hard to achieve these goals.
6
我们可能会重新审视我们的目标或我们实现目标的方法。

wǒ mén kě néng huì zhòng xīn shěn shì wǒ mén de mù biāo huò wǒ mén shí xiàn mù biāo de fāng fǎ。

We may reexamine our goals or our methods for attaining our goals.
7
他想通过计算机实现流程的自动化。

tā xiǎng tōng guò jì suàn jī shí xiàn liú chéng de zì dòng huà。

He wanted to use computers to automate the process.
8
数以百万计的人们想要新的简化方式实现人机交互。

shù yǐ bǎi wàn jì de rén mén xiǎng yào xīn de jiǎn huà fāng shì shí xiàn rén jī jiāo hù。

Millions of people want new, simplified ways of interacting with a computer.
9
汽车厂商拼命想要实现规模经济。

qì chē chǎng shāng pīn mìng xiǎng yào shí xiàn guī mó jīng jì。

Car firms are desperate to achieve economies of scale.
10
她不得不去实现她母亲的临终遗愿。

tā bù dé bù qù shí xiàn tā mǔ qīn de lín zhōng yí yuàn。

She was compelled to fulfil the dying wishes of her mother.
11
通过不断的努力，他终于实现了自己的梦想。

Tōngguò búduàn de nǔlì, tā zhōngyú shíxiànle zìjǐ de mèngxiǎng.

Through continuous effort, he finally achieved his dream.
12
这个项目的成功实施将帮助公司实现更高的利润。

Zhège xiàngmù de chénggōng shíshī jiāng bāngzhù gōngsī shíxiàn gèng gāo de lìrùn.

The successful implementation of this project will help the company achieve higher profits.
13
创新是实现可持续发展的关键因素。

Chuàngxīn shì shíxiàn kě chíxù fāzhǎn de guānjiàn yīnsù.

Innovation is a key factor in achieving sustainable development.
14
为了实现全球化的目标，各个国家需要加强合作。

Wèile shíxiàn quánqiú huà de mùbiāo, gè gè guójiā xūyào jiāqiáng hézuò.

To achieve the goal of globalization, countries need to strengthen cooperation.

Cultural Notes for 实现

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of 实现 is deeply tied to the value placed on hard work and perseverance in achieving one’s goals, reflecting the cultural ethos of striving towards success.

Frequently Asked Questions about 实现

You can say '他实现了他的梦想' (Tā shíxiànle tā de mèngxiǎng), which means 'He realized his dream.'

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