Meaning and Usage
The verb "实现" (shíxiàn) means "to achieve" or "to realize" something, often referring to goals, dreams, plans, or abstract concepts becoming reality. It is commonly used in both personal and professional contexts.
Common Collocations
- 实现梦想 (shíxiàn mèngxiǎng): to realize a dream
- 实现目标 (shíxiàn mùbiāo): to achieve a goal
- 实现计划 (shíxiàn jìhuà): to carry out a plan
These collocations emphasize the successful completion or materialization of something intended.
Usage Notes
"实现" often implies a process or effort leading to a concrete outcome. It is more formal and goal-oriented than simply "to do" or "to make." It is frequently used in written and spoken Chinese when discussing ambitions, projects, or technological advancements.
Avoid confusing "实现" with "完成" (wánchéng), which means "to complete" but does not necessarily imply the broader sense of making something come true or actualizing a vision.
Register and Tone
"实现" is neutral and appropriate in formal and informal contexts. It is often found in news reports, business discussions, and motivational speech.