取得显著成效

You usually place this phrase at the end of a sentence. Start with the effort or project first. For example, 'Our new marketing plan 取得显著成效.' It functions as a verb phrase. You can also add modifiers like 'already' (已经) to show timing. It sounds polished and professional. It makes you sound like someone who values data and impact.

Use this in professional settings frequently. It is perfect for performance reviews or project updates. It also works for personal milestones. Did you study Chinese for three months and pass the HSK? You 取得显著成效. It’s great for formal emails to your boss. Use it when you want to sound confident and successful. It’s the 'power phrase' of the Chinese business world.

Don't use this for tiny, everyday things. If you successfully boiled an egg, don't use it. It will sound like you are mocking the phrase. Avoid it in very casual slang-heavy conversations with close friends. Unless, of course, you are being sarcastic. For example, if your friend finally cleaned their messy room after a year. Using it there is funny because it’s so formal.

This phrase is a staple of Chinese news broadcasts and government reports. It carries a sense of authority and collective achievement. In Chinese culture, showing 'results' is often more important than just 'trying.' This phrase bridges the gap between effort and success. It reflects a society that values tangible progress and social harmony through improvement.

You might hear 取得初步成效. This means 'initial results.' It’s a safer bet if the project isn't finished yet. Another one is 取得巨大成就. This is much stronger, meaning 'huge achievement.' If you want to be more modest, stick to 成效明显. It means the same thing but feels slightly less like a formal report.