成功
The accomplishment of an aim or purpose; having achieved popularity, profit, or distinction.
Examples
3 of 5他终于成功地拿到了驾照。
He finally successfully got his driver's license.
我们祝贺他取得了巨大的成功。
We congratulate him on his great success.
你做得太棒了，这太成功了！
You did great, this is so successful!
Word Family
Memory Tip
Cheng (become) + Gong (merit/work) = work becoming a merit.
Quick Quiz
只要不放弃，你一定会___的。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 成功
Examples
他终于成功地拿到了驾照。
everydayHe finally successfully got his driver's license.
我们祝贺他取得了巨大的成功。
formalWe congratulate him on his great success.
你做得太棒了，这太成功了！
informalYou did great, this is so successful!
该研究的成功取决于数据的准确性。
academicThe success of this study depends on the accuracy of the data.
这是一个非常成功的商业案例。
businessThis is a very successful business case.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
马到成功
achieve immediate success
事业有成
successful career
功成名就
successful and famous
Often Confused With
Chengjiu is 'achievement' (noun); Chenggong can be a verb, noun, or adjective.
Usage Notes
A high-frequency word in IELTS Speaking Part 2 when describing a person or event.
Common Mistakes
Remember that '成功' can be used as an adverb ('成功地') to describe how an action was done.
Memory Tip
Cheng (become) + Gong (merit/work) = work becoming a merit.
Word Origin
Cheng (accomplish) and Gong (achievement/merit).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Chinese culture, success is often tied to hard work and family honor.
Quick Quiz
只要不放弃，你一定会___的。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 成功
Related Grammar Rules
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