Meaning and Usage
"进步" (jìn bù) primarily means "progress" or "improvement." It can describe personal skill development, technological advances, or general positive change.
Common Contexts
It is often used to talk about learning achievements (e.g., language skills), scientific or technological development, and personal growth.
Collocations and Patterns
- 取得进步 (qǔdé jìnbù): to make progress
- 有很大进步 (yǒu hěn dà jìnbù): to have great improvement
- 继续进步 (jìxù jìnbù): to continue progressing
Usage Notes
"进步" can be both a noun and a verb. When used as a verb, it means "to advance" or "to improve." It is a positive term and often used to encourage or acknowledge development. Avoid confusing it with "发展" (fāzhǎn), which often refers to broader development or expansion rather than personal or skill improvement.