赞赏

zàn shǎng

HSK 3.0 Level 6 Verb Uncommon

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Definitions

1. to admire
2. to praise
3. to appreciate

Word relationships

Antonyms

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to criticize

Means to criticize, the opposite of praising or admiring.

Related words

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to admire

Means to eulogize or extol, often used in literary or poetic contexts; similar to 赞赏 but more effusive.

Synonyms

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to praise

Used in formal or informal contexts to express praise, interchangeable with 赞赏 in some situations but slightly less emphatic.

to appreciate; to enjoy; to admire

Emphasizes appreciation or enjoyment, often used for art, performances, or personal qualities.

Usage notes

Common mistakes

Don't confuse 赞赏 with 赞扬 (zànyáng). 赞赏 emphasizes personal admiration and appreciation, while 赞扬 is often used in public praise or commendation.

Formality

赞赏 is slightly formal and often used in written or official contexts, such as praising achievements or works. In casual speech, 夸 (kuā) is more common.

Example Sentences

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我很赞赏你的努力。

I really appreciate your efforts.

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Child Words of 赞赏

to bestow (a reward)

to patronize