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实现 (shíxiàn) - use 达到 when emphasizing the achievement of a goal or standard, while 实现 focuses more on the process of bringing an idea or plan into reality.
Be careful not to confuse 达到 with just '到' (dào), which means 'to arrive.' '达到' is more formal and often used in written contexts, such as reports or academic discussions. Common collocations include '达到目标' (to achieve a goal) and '达到标准' (to meet a standard).
As an HSK 5 word, 达到 connects with other verbs of achievement and movement, such as 完成 (wánchéng, to complete) and 取得 (qǔdé, to obtain). Students should focus on using it in sentences that express objectives and outcomes.
Learners often confuse 达到 with 到 (dào) and use it incorrectly in phrases like '我达到家' (I reach home), which should be '我到家' (I arrive home). Ensure you use 达到 when referring to achieving goals or standards.
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How to say to reach in Chinese
“to reach” in Chinese is达到
达到 (dá dào) means to reach, achieve, or attain a particular goal or standard. It is commonly used in contexts such as achieving academic success, reaching a destination, or meeting a target. The use of this term conveys not just the act of reaching, but also the completion of a desired outcome.
When to use 达到
Be careful not to confuse 达到 with just '到' (dào), which means 'to arrive.' '达到' is more formal and often used in written contexts, such as reports or academic discussions. Common collocations include '达到目标' (to achieve a goal) and '达到标准' (to meet a standard).
达到 or something close to it
实现 (shíxiàn) - use 达到 when emphasizing the achievement of a goal or standard, while 实现 focuses more on the process of bringing an idea or plan into reality.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 达到 with 到 (dào) and use it incorrectly in phrases like '我达到家' (I reach home), which should be '我到家' (I arrive home). Ensure you use 达到 when referring to achieving goals or standards.
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Grammar patterns of 达到
达到 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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While you can use 达到 informally, it is generally more appropriate for formal contexts, such as business or academic discussions.
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