美誉 (měiyù) refers to a good reputation or favorable commendation. It is commonly used to describe positive evaluations of people, places, or things, often in contexts such as reviews or accolades.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
美誉měiyù(mei3yu4)
美誉 (měiyù) refers to a good reputation or favorable commendation. It is commonly used to describe positive evaluations of people, places, or things, often in contexts such as reviews or accolades.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, a person's 美誉 is closely tied to their social standing and relationships, often influencing their opportunities in both personal and professional life. Good reputation is highly valued in social interactions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a beautiful (美) painting that brings you joy and admiration (誉). Visualize someone receiving an award for their beauty, both in art and character, making the connection between beauty and reputation.
About 美誉
美誉Simplified
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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荣誉 (róngyù) - use 美誉 when emphasizing a reputation or commendation, while 荣誉 focuses more on honors or distinctions awarded.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a beautiful (美) painting that brings you joy and admiration (誉). Visualize someone receiving an award for their beauty, both in art and character, making the connection between beauty and reputation.
Usage Notes
Be careful to use 美誉 in contexts where a positive reputation is implied, as using it with negative subjects can confuse listeners. It is generally formal and often appears in written language, such as news articles or academic discussions.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK 7, focus on how 美誉 can enhance your discussions about people and culture. Connect it to other words related to reputation, like 声誉 (shēngyù) and 评价 (píngjià) to expand your vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, a person's 美誉 is closely tied to their social standing and relationships, often influencing their opportunities in both personal and professional life. Good reputation is highly valued in social interactions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 美誉 with the more general term 声誉. For example, saying '他有美誉' (tā yǒu měiyù) is not incorrect, but it lacks the nuance that 美誉 conveys; use it with care in specific contexts.
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Cultural Notes for 美誉
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In Chinese culture, a person's 美誉 is closely tied to their social standing and relationships, often influencing their opportunities in both personal and professional life. Good reputation is highly valued in social interactions.
Frequently Asked Questions about 美誉
While it can be used in conversation, 美誉 is more commonly found in formal contexts such as writing or speeches.
美誉 emphasizes a positive reputation specifically, while 声誉 can refer to reputation in a more general sense, positive or negative.
Yes, you can use 美誉 to describe someone's character positively, but ensure the context supports this positive spin.
