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赞美 (zànměi) — use 赞叹 when the admiration is more intense or awe-inspiring than just praise.
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 赞叹; it has a falling tone which can change the meaning if pronounced incorrectly. This word is generally used in both formal and informal contexts but is more common in written or spoken praise.
As an HSK 6 word, 赞叹 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to emotions and expressions of sentiment. Focus on using it in conjunction with adjectives to enhance your descriptions of people or experiences.
Learners often confuse 赞叹 with 赞美 (zan4 mei3), which also means to praise but lacks the nuance of gasping in admiration. For example, saying '我赞美他的表演' (I admire his performance) is correct, but using 赞叹 here would be more expressive.
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How to say to sigh or gasp in admiration in Chinese
“to sigh or gasp in admiration” in Chinese is赞叹
赞叹 means to express admiration or praise, often accompanied by a gesture of awe or amazement. It is commonly used in contexts where one is impressed by someone's achievements or beauty, conveying a sense of heartfelt appreciation.
When to use 赞叹
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 赞叹; it has a falling tone which can change the meaning if pronounced incorrectly. This word is generally used in both formal and informal contexts but is more common in written or spoken praise.
赞叹 or something close to it
赞美 (zànměi) — use 赞叹 when the admiration is more intense or awe-inspiring than just praise.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 赞叹 with 赞美 (zan4 mei3), which also means to praise but lacks the nuance of gasping in admiration. For example, saying '我赞美他的表演' (I admire his performance) is correct, but using 赞叹 here would be more expressive.
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Grammar Patterns of 赞叹
赞叹 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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这座宏伟的教堂一定会让你止步____。
This magnificent church cannot fail to stop you in your tracks.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 赞叹
You can say '我对他的演讲感到赞叹' (I am in awe of his speech).
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