优势
A condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position. Frequently used in IELTS to compare options or strategies.
Examples
3 of 5个子高在打篮球时有优势。
Being tall is an advantage in basketball.
公司在技术方面处于优势地位。
The company is in a dominant position in terms of technology.
你觉得你的优势是什么?
What do you think your strengths/advantages are?
Word Family
Memory Tip
优 (excellent) + 势 (power/situation). Excellent situation.
Quick Quiz
这种新产品在价格上具有明显的___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 优势
Examples
个子高在打篮球时有优势。
everydayBeing tall is an advantage in basketball.
公司在技术方面处于优势地位。
formalThe company is in a dominant position in terms of technology.
你觉得你的优势是什么?
informalWhat do you think your strengths/advantages are?
这种教学方法的优势在于提高学生的参与度。
academicThe advantage of this teaching method lies in increasing student engagement.
我们的竞争优势是低成本。
businessOur competitive advantage is low cost.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
优胜劣汰
survival of the fittest
占优势
to have the upper hand
资源优势
resource advantage
Often Confused With
优点 refers to positive traits/merits, while 优势 refers to a comparative superior position.
Usage Notes
Often used with verbs like '发挥' (utilize) or '占据' (occupy).
Common Mistakes
Mixing up 优势 (advantage) with 优点 (good point).
Memory Tip
优 (excellent) + 势 (power/situation). Excellent situation.
Word Origin
Combining 'superior' and 'power/momentum'.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
这种新产品在价格上具有明显的___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 优势
Related Vocabulary
More business words
需求
B1The desire of consumers, clients, etc., for a particular commodity or service; a requirement or necessity.
竞争
B1The activity or condition of striving to gain or win something by defeating or establishing superiority over others who are trying to do the same.
合作
B1The action or process of working together to the same end.
转型
B1To undergo a major change in form, nature, or structure, especially regarding economy or society.
收益
B1The money that has been earned or an advantage that has been gained from an investment or business activity.
资产
B1Something valuable owned by a person, company, or country that can be used to pay debts or generate income.
协作
B1To work together with others to achieve a common goal. It is frequently used in IELTS when discussing teamwork, international relations, or group projects.
财务
B1The management of large amounts of money, especially by governments or large companies. It covers accounting, budgeting, and financial planning.
机密
B1Information or documents that must be kept secret and protected from unauthorized access, often for reasons of security, strategy, or privacy.
提议
B1To suggest a plan or action to be considered; or the suggestion itself.
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