超标

chāobiāo

to cross the limit

HSK 7

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"超标" literally means "to exceed the standard or limit." It is commonly used in contexts involving measurements, regulations, or criteria, such as pollution levels, exam scores, or safety limits.

Common Collocations

  • 超标排放 (exceed emission standards): used in environmental contexts.
  • 超标成绩 (scores exceeding the standard): often used in education.
  • 超标 (concentration exceeding the limit): common in pollution or chemical measurements.

Usage Notes

When using "超标," the focus is on surpassing a defined threshold, often implying a negative consequence or the need for corrective action. It is typically used in formal or semi-formal contexts, such as news reports, official documents, or academic discussions.

Avoiding Confusion

Do not confuse "超标" with "超过," which also means "to exceed" but is more general and less formal. "超标" specifically relates to standards or limits, while "超过" can be used for quantities, time, or abstract comparisons.

Example Sentences

这家工厂的废气排放量已经超标,需要立即整改。

Zhè jiā gōngchǎng de fèiqì páifàng liàng yǐjīng chāobiāo, xūyào lìjí

The factory's exhaust emissions have already exceeded the standard and need

考试成绩超标的学生可以获得奖学金。

Kǎoshì chéngjì chāobiāo de xuéshēng kěyǐ huòdé jiǎngxuéjīn.

Students whose exam scores exceed the standard can receive scholarships.

空气中的PM2.5浓度超标,大家最好减少户外活动。

Kōngqì zhōng de PM2.5 nóngdù chāobiāo, dàjiā zuì hǎo jiǎnshǎo hùwài

The PM2.5 concentration in the air exceeds the standard; it's best for