Meanings of 详尽
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详尽 (xiáng jìn) vs 完整 (wán zhěng): use 详尽 when emphasizing the thoroughness of details, while 完整 focuses more on overall completeness without necessarily delving into specifics.
This word is often used in formal contexts, so ensure you use it in appropriate settings like reports or academic discussions. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar words like 详细 (xiáng xì), which means 'detailed' but doesn't imply the same level of exhaustiveness.
Though not at a specific HSK level, 详尽 connects with HSK vocabulary related to descriptions and explanations. Focus on using it alongside other descriptive words to enhance your language skills, particularly in formal contexts.
Learners often mistakenly use 详尽 to describe something that is simply 'detailed' without the implication of completeness. For example, saying '这本书很详尽' (This book is very thorough) may be incorrect if the book lacks important information; a better choice might be '这本书很详细'.
Pronunciation of 详尽
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How to say thorough and detailed in Chinese
“thorough and detailed” in Chinese is详尽
详尽 (xiáng jìn) means thorough and detailed, often used to describe explanations or descriptions that cover every aspect without leaving anything out. It is commonly used in contexts where precision and completeness are valued, such as academic writing or reports.
When to use 详尽
This word is often used in formal contexts, so ensure you use it in appropriate settings like reports or academic discussions. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar words like 详细 (xiáng xì), which means 'detailed' but doesn't imply the same level of exhaustiveness.
详尽 or something close to it
详尽 (xiáng jìn) vs 完整 (wán zhěng): use 详尽 when emphasizing the thoroughness of details, while 完整 focuses more on overall completeness without necessarily delving into specifics.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 详尽 to describe something that is simply 'detailed' without the implication of completeness. For example, saying '这本书很详尽' (This book is very thorough) may be incorrect if the book lacks important information; a better choice might be '这本书很详细'.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 详尽
It's best suited for formal contexts, such as writing reports or academic discussions, rather than casual conversations.
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