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成长 (chéngzhǎng) vs 发展 (fāzhǎn) — use 成长 when emphasizing personal or emotional growth, while 发展 focuses more on broader developmental progress, such as in economic or social contexts.
Be mindful that '成长' is often used in more formal contexts, such as discussions about education or psychological development. A common mistake is to use it interchangeably with '长大' (to grow up), which focuses more on physical growth. Remember that '成长' encompasses both physical and emotional aspects.
As an HSK Level 5 word, '成长' connects well with other words related to development and progress in this level, such as 发展 (fāzhǎn, development) and 成功 (chénggōng, success). Focus on using it in sentences that discuss experiences or changes over time.
Learners often confuse '成长' with '长大'. For instance, saying '我长大了很多' (I grew a lot) is correct, but using '成长' in the same context might sound awkward. Instead, use '成长' when discussing emotional or personal development.
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How to say to mature in Chinese
“to mature” in Chinese is成长
成长 (chéngzhǎng) refers to the process of maturing or growing, both physically and emotionally. It is commonly used to describe personal development, such as in children or young adults, as well as in contexts like career growth or societal progress.
When to use 成长
Be mindful that '成长' is often used in more formal contexts, such as discussions about education or psychological development. A common mistake is to use it interchangeably with '长大' (to grow up), which focuses more on physical growth. Remember that '成长' encompasses both physical and emotional aspects.
成长 or something close to it
成长 (chéngzhǎng) vs 发展 (fāzhǎn) — use 成长 when emphasizing personal or emotional growth, while 发展 focuses more on broader developmental progress, such as in economic or social contexts.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse '成长' with '长大'. For instance, saying '我长大了很多' (I grew a lot) is correct, but using '成长' in the same context might sound awkward. Instead, use '成长' when discussing emotional or personal development.
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Grammar Patterns of 成长
成长 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 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.
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归根到底，____是一种幸福。
Ultimately, growth is a form of happiness.
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'成长' is primarily used for living beings, but it can metaphorically apply to projects or businesses when discussing their development.
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