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实现
shíxiàn
achieve
我们终于实现了梦想。
We finally achieved our dream.
formal
To successfully bring a plan, dream, or goal into existence.
科学家实现了人工智能的突破。
Scientists achieved a breakthrough in artificial intelligence.
这个项目在2023年实现了盈利。
This project achieved profitability in 2023.
Often used with abstract nouns like dreams, goals, breakthroughs, or profits.
formal
To make something real or actual; to realize.
这项技术让我们能够实现更高效的生产。
This technology enables us to realize more efficient production.
Similar to 'realize' in English, but emphasizes the process of making something happen.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Common Collocations
实现 is often used with abstract nouns like '梦想' (dream), '目标' (goal), '突破' (breakthrough), '价值' (value), and '盈利' (profitability). Memorizing these collocations will help you sound more natural in both spoken and written Chinese.
Gold Rule
Subject + 实现 + Object
The structure is typically [subject] + 实现 + [object], where the object is often an abstract noun or goal. For example: '我们实现了目标' (We achieved the goal).
Word Origin
Combines '实' (shí, meaning 'real' or 'solid') with '现' (xiàn, meaning 'to appear' or 'to manifest'). Together, they convey the idea of making something real or bringing it into existence.
Usage Notes
Used in both personal and professional contexts. Often paired with abstract nouns like dreams, goals, or breakthroughs. In business, it frequently appears in financial or strategic contexts (e.g., '实现盈利' for 'achieve profitability').
Word Breakdown
实
real; solid; true
root现
to appear; to manifest
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