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成功 (chénggōng) vs 胜利 (shènglì): use 胜利 specifically for competitive or conflict contexts, while 成功 is broader, encompassing any successful outcome.
Be careful with the tones, as mispronouncing 胜 (shèng) can lead to misunderstandings. This word is often used in phrases like '取得胜利' (to achieve victory) or '胜利者' (winner). It’s suitable for both formal speeches and casual conversations about sports.
As an HSK 5 word, 胜利 connects with other words at this level related to success and achievement, like 成功 (chénggōng - success) and 竞争 (jìngzhēng - competition). Focus on using it in various contexts to build your vocabulary around themes of victory and challenge.
Learners often confuse 胜利 with 成功 (chénggōng - success). For instance, saying '我取得了成功' (Wǒ qǔdéle chénggōng) instead of '我取得了胜利' (Wǒ qǔdéle shènglì) can lead to a misunderstanding of context, as 成功 implies general success while 胜利 specifically denotes victory.
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How to say victory in Chinese
“victory” in Chinese is胜利
胜利 (shènglì) means victory or triumph, often used to describe success in competitions, battles, or any challenging situations. It conveys a sense of achievement and is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, such as sports events or political discussions.
When to use 胜利
Be careful with the tones, as mispronouncing 胜 (shèng) can lead to misunderstandings. This word is often used in phrases like '取得胜利' (to achieve victory) or '胜利者' (winner). It’s suitable for both formal speeches and casual conversations about sports.
胜利 or something close to it
成功 (chénggōng) vs 胜利 (shènglì): use 胜利 specifically for competitive or conflict contexts, while 成功 is broader, encompassing any successful outcome.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 胜利 with 成功 (chénggōng - success). For instance, saying '我取得了成功' (Wǒ qǔdéle chénggōng) instead of '我取得了胜利' (Wǒ qǔdéle shènglì) can lead to a misunderstanding of context, as 成功 implies general success while 胜利 specifically denotes victory.
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Grammar patterns of 胜利
胜利 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. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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经过5小时41分钟的较量，菲舍尔获得了____。
Fischer won after 5 hours and 41 minutes of play.
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You can say '我们赢得了胜利' (Wǒmen yíngdéle shènglì) meaning 'We achieved victory.'
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