逐步
Moving forward step by step or gradually. It implies a systematic or controlled progression over time.
Examples
3 of 5你的汉语水平正在逐步提高。
Your Chinese level is improving step by step.
公司计划逐步扩大生产规模。
The company plans to gradually expand production scale.
别着急,问题会逐步解决的。
Don't worry, the problems will be solved gradually.
Word Family
Memory Tip
逐 (zhú) means 'one by one' and 步 (bù) means 'step'. One by one, step by step.
Quick Quiz
随着经济的发展,人民的生活水平在___提高。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 逐步
Examples
你的汉语水平正在逐步提高。
everydayYour Chinese level is improving step by step.
公司计划逐步扩大生产规模。
businessThe company plans to gradually expand production scale.
别着急,问题会逐步解决的。
informalDon't worry, the problems will be solved gradually.
新政策将逐步在全国范围内实施。
formalThe new policy will be implemented gradually across the country.
实验结果逐步证实了我们的假设。
academicThe experimental results gradually confirmed our hypothesis.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
逐步推进
to push forward step by step
逐步向好
gradually getting better
分步骤逐步进行
proceed step-by-step in stages
Often Confused With
逐渐 is more general and natural, while 逐步 emphasizes 'steps' (步) and is more common in formal planning.
Usage Notes
Use this word when discussing a planned or logical progression of events.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes use it as an adjective, but it must function as an adverb modifying a verb.
Memory Tip
逐 (zhú) means 'one by one' and 步 (bù) means 'step'. One by one, step by step.
Word Origin
From 'following' and 'steps'.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
随着经济的发展,人民的生活水平在___提高。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 逐步
Related Vocabulary
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B1A way, channel, or approach to achieving a goal or obtaining something. It is more formal than '路' (road) or '方法' (method).
幅度
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迹象
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差距
B1The gap, disparity, or difference between two things, often implying an inequality in level, quality, or quantity.
涵盖
B1To cover, encompass, or include a wide range of things. It implies a comprehensive scope.
重心
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准备
B1To make someone or something ready for use or consideration. It can also refer to the state of being prepared.
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