Usage of 现成
The adjective 现成 (xiànchéng) means "ready-made" or "already prepared." It is commonly used to describe objects, plans, or solutions that are available for immediate use without modification or additional work.
Common contexts
- Describing products like clothes or food that are pre-made.
- Referring to plans, answers, or methods that are ready to be applied.
- Often contrasted with things that require creation or customization.
Collocations and patterns
- 现成的衣服 (ready-made clothes): emphasizes convenience.
- 现成的方案 (ready-made plan): implies no need for further development.
- 不喜欢现成的答案 (dislike ready-made answers): shows preference for originality.
Nuance and register
Using 现成 often implies convenience and efficiency but can sometimes carry a subtle suggestion that something is less personalized or less thoughtful. It is neutral in tone and suitable for both formal and informal contexts.
Common confusion
Don't confuse 现成 with 自制 (self-made). 现成 emphasizes something already prepared by others, while 自制 highlights personal creation.