超过

chāo guò
verbIntermediate
general

To go beyond a certain limit, standard, or expectation; to surpass.

他的成绩超过了班级平均分。

His score exceeded the class average.

这家公司的利润超过了预期。

The company's profits exceeded expectations.

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Often used to describe quantitative or qualitative surpassing of a benchmark.

Collocations

超过限制to exceed the limit超过预期to exceed expectations超过标准to exceed the standard

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Related Phrases

超越phrase
to surpass or transcend
胜过phrase
to be better than

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

In everyday language, '超过' is often used to describe measurable achievements or comparisons, such as scores, profits, or performance metrics.

Gold Rule

Context Matters

While '超过' can be used in neutral contexts, it often carries a positive or competitive tone when referring to achievements.

📖Word Origin

Composed of 超 (chāo, meaning 'to exceed' or 'to surpass') and 过 (guò, meaning 'to pass' or 'to go beyond').

📝Usage Notes

Can be used in both literal and figurative contexts, often implying a positive or competitive connotation when referring to achievements or performance.

Word Breakdown

to exceed or surpass
root
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to pass or go beyond
root
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