极其
To a very high degree; extremely; used to emphasize an adjective or verb.
Examples
3 of 5他极其努力地学习，为了考上理想的大学。
He studied extremely hard to get into his dream university.
这种情况极其罕见。
This situation is extremely rare.
这个项目对公司来说极其重要。
This project is extremely important to the company.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Ji (Limit) + Qi (that/it) = To the very limit of that.
Quick Quiz
在北极地区，气候条件____恶劣。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 极其
Examples
他极其努力地学习，为了考上理想的大学。
everydayHe studied extremely hard to get into his dream university.
这种情况极其罕见。
academicThis situation is extremely rare.
这个项目对公司来说极其重要。
businessThis project is extremely important to the company.
她极其耐心地解释了每一个步骤。
formalShe explained every step extremely patiently.
我极其反感这种行为。
informalI am extremely disgusted by this behavior.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
极其渴望
extremely longing for
极其简陋
extremely simple/crude
极其丰富
extremely rich/abundant
Often Confused With
极其 is more formal and stronger in intensity than 非常.
Usage Notes
Use this in IELTS essays to add emphasis instead of using 'very' repeatedly.
Common Mistakes
Don't use '极其' followed by a noun; it must be followed by an adjective or a psychological verb.
Memory Tip
Ji (Limit) + Qi (that/it) = To the very limit of that.
Word Origin
From 'ji' (extreme/limit) and 'qi' (it/this).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
在北极地区，气候条件____恶劣。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 极其
Related Grammar Rules
More general words
针对性
B1The quality of being targeted or directed specifically at someone or something.
先决条件
B1A condition that must be fulfilled before other things can happen or be done.
屡次
B1Repeatedly or many times. It is used to emphasize that an action or event has happened multiple times, often despite attempts to stop it.
尴尬
B1Awkward or embarrassed. It describes a situation that is difficult to deal with because it is uncomfortable or socially clumsy.
妥当
B2Appropriate, proper, or well-handled in a given situation. It suggests that everything has been arranged correctly and sensibly.
推荐
B1To suggest that someone or something would be good or suitable for a particular job or purpose.
志愿
B1To offer to do something without being forced or paid; often related to community service.
场所
B1A place where a particular activity happens, such as a workplace, public area, or venue.
合适
B1Suitable, appropriate, or fitting for a particular purpose or person. Very useful in IELTS for discussing job suitability or choosing options.
器材
B1Equipment or materials needed for a particular activity, especially technical or sports-related.
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