Meaning and Usage
"完整" means "complete" or "whole," emphasizing that nothing is missing and everything is intact. It is often used to describe documents, information, pronunciation, or any set of items that should be fully present.
Common Collocations
- 完整的报告 (complete report): used when emphasizing no part of the report is missing.
- 完整地提交 (submit completely): stressing that all required materials are submitted.
- 发音完整 (complete pronunciation): indicating pronunciation is accurate and without omission.
Usage Notes
"完整" is an adjective and can modify nouns directly or be used with adverbs like "很" or "非常" to describe the degree of completeness. It differs from "完全" which can mean "completely" as an adverb or adjective but often emphasizes thoroughness or entirety in a broader sense. "完整" focuses more on the integrity and wholeness of something.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse "完整" with "完美" (perfect). "完整" means nothing is missing, but it does not imply perfection or flawlessness. Something can be "完整" but still have minor issues.