赞许

zànxǔ

to praise

HSK 7

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"赞许" means to express approval or praise for someone or something. It is often used in formal or semi-formal contexts to indicate positive evaluation.

Common Collocations

  • 赞许目光 (approving look): used to describe someone's approving gaze.
  • 得到赞许 (receive approval): commonly used when someone's actions or ideas are praised.
  • 表示赞许 (express approval): a formal way to show agreement or praise.

Usage Notes

"赞许" is more formal and stronger than simply "喜欢" (like). It implies recognition of merit or value. It is often used in written language, speeches, or formal conversations. Avoid using it in casual slang contexts.

Common Confusions

Do not confuse "赞许" with "赞扬" which focuses more on praising verbally, while "赞许" emphasizes approval or consent. "赞许" can be seen as a more reserved or official form of praise.

Example Sentences

老师对他的表现表示了赞许。

Lǎoshī duì tā de biǎoxiàn biǎoshìle zànxǔ.

The teacher expressed approval of his performance.

他的建议得到了大家的赞许。

Tā de jiànyì dédàole dàjiā de zànxǔ.

His suggestion received everyone's approval.

我们应该学会赞许别人的优点。

Wǒmen yīnggāi xuéhuì zànxǔ biérén de yōudiǎn.

We should learn to appreciate others' strengths.