B2 Expression Formal 5 min read

取得显著成效

qǔdé xiǎnzhù chéngxiào

Achieved remarkable results

Literally: {"\u53d6\u5f97":"obtain; achieve","\u663e\u8457":"significant; notable","\u6210\u6548":"effect; result"}

In 15 Seconds

  • Achieved significant, noticeable results.
  • Use for major accomplishments, not small wins.
  • Sounds professional but can be used more broadly.
  • Highlights impressive outcomes of hard work.

Meaning

This phrase means you've achieved something really impressive, and it's super obvious. It's that 'wow, look what we did!' moment when your hard work totally pays off. Think of it as the ultimate pat on the back for a job well done, with everyone noticing.

Key Examples

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1

Texting a friend about a new hobby

我学了一个月的吉他,感觉终于`取得了显著成效`,能弹几首简单的歌了!

I've been learning guitar for a month, and I feel like I've finally achieved remarkable results, I can play a few simple songs!

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Instagram caption for a project completion

经过团队数月的努力,我们的新项目终于上线并`取得了显著成效`!感谢每一位成员! #项目成功 #团队合作

After months of team effort, our new project is finally launched and has achieved remarkable results! Thanks to every member! #ProjectSuccess #Teamwork

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Job interview (Zoom call)

在我上一份工作中,通过优化流程,我们团队`取得了显著成效`,将客户满意度提高了20%。

In my previous role, by optimizing processes, our team achieved remarkable results, increasing customer satisfaction by 20%.

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Cultural Background

Highly common in government and corporate reports to show accountability.

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Use in reports

Always use this in written reports to sound professional.

In 15 Seconds

  • Achieved significant, noticeable results.
  • Use for major accomplishments, not small wins.
  • Sounds professional but can be used more broadly.
  • Highlights impressive outcomes of hard work.

What It Means

This phrase is all about celebrating big wins. It means you've gotten results that are not just good, but remarkably noticeable. It’s the feeling when your project, effort, or even a new habit finally blossoms into something truly impressive. You can practically see the success! It carries a weight of accomplishment and a sense of pride. It’s the opposite of a quiet success; this is a success that shouts.

How To Use It

Use 取得显著成效 when you want to highlight significant achievements. Imagine your team launched a new app. If downloads are through the roof and reviews are glowing, you’d say the launch 取得了显著成效. Or maybe you’ve been diligently saving money. If you’ve finally bought that dream car, that’s 显著成效. It’s versatile for personal goals and professional projects. You can use it to describe past achievements or comment on ongoing successes that are clearly developing.

Formality & Register

This phrase leans towards the formal side, but it's not stuffy. Think of a professional presentation or a year-end review. It fits perfectly there. You can also use it in slightly more casual settings if you're talking about something important, like a major personal achievement. It's generally safe for most situations where you want to sound serious and impressed with the outcome. It’s like wearing a nice blazer – appropriate for many occasions, but maybe not for lounging on the couch.

Real-Life Examples

  • A startup announces its new product 取得了显著成效 in its first quarter.
  • After months of training, the athlete 取得了显著成效 and qualified for the finals.
  • The marketing campaign 取得了显著成效, boosting sales by 50%.
  • Your language learning journey? If you can now watch your favorite K-drama without subtitles, you've 取得了显著成效!
  • Did that new diet plan actually work? Yes, I've 取得了显著成效 and lost 10 pounds!

When To Use It

Use 取得显著成效 when the results are obvious and substantial. It’s for those moments when you can point to tangible proof of success. Think big achievements: a successful product launch, a major project completion, significant business growth, or a personal milestone reached. It’s also great when you want to acknowledge the hard work that led to these impressive outcomes. It's like saying, "Look at this amazing thing we accomplished!"

When NOT To Use It

Avoid 取得显著成效 for minor wins or everyday tasks. If you just found a parking spot easily, that’s not 显著成效. It’s also not ideal for situations where the results are subjective or hard to measure. If you’re trying to describe a feeling or a subtle change, this phrase might be too strong. And definitely don't use it if the outcome was actually a failure – unless you're being sarcastic, which is a whole other can of worms!

Common Mistakes

One common slip-up is using it for small achievements. It’s like using a sledgehammer to crack a nut. Another mistake is misplacing it in a sentence, making it sound awkward. Sometimes, learners might try to force it into contexts where a simpler phrase would do. Remember, 显著 means significant – so the results need to match!

✗ 我今天学习了新词,取得了显著成效

✓ 我通过刻苦学习,最终通过了考试,取得了显著成效

Common Variations

While 取得显著成效 is quite standard, you might hear slight variations or related phrases. Sometimes people might say 收效显著 (shōuxiào xiǎnzhù), which is very similar, focusing more on the 'effect' (收效). In very casual chats, especially among younger folks, they might use more colloquial terms to describe big successes, like 大获成功 (dà huò chénggōng - a great success) or even slangy expressions depending on the context and friend group. 成效卓著 (chéngxiào zhuózhù) is another more formal synonym, often used in official reports.

Real Conversations

Scenario 1: Discussing a work project

A

Alex

这个项目我们投入了好多心血,你觉得结果怎么样?

(Zhège xiàngmù wǒmen tóurùle hǎoduō xīnxuè, nǐ juéde jiéguǒ zěnmeyàng?)

A

Alex

We poured so much effort into this project, what do you think of the results?
B

Ben

必须说,我们的努力没有白费。取得了显著成效!客户非常满意,销售额也翻倍了。

(Bìxū shuō, wǒmen de nǔlì méiyǒu báifèi. Qǔdé xiǎnzhù chéngxiào! Kèhù fēicháng mǎnyì, xiāoshòué yě fānbèile.)

B

Ben

I have to say, our efforts paid off. We achieved remarkable results! The client is very happy, and sales doubled.

Scenario 2: Talking about personal fitness

C

Chloe

哇,你看上去瘦了很多!最近在做什么特别的吗?

(Wa, nǐ kàn shàngqù shòu le hěnduō! Zuìjìn zài zuò shénme tèbié de ma?)

C

Chloe

Wow, you look like you've lost a lot of weight! Have you been doing anything special lately?
D

David

是啊,我坚持健身和控制饮食。现在看来,取得了显著成效,感觉好多了!

(Shì a, wǒ jiānchí jiànshēn hé kòngzhì yǐnshí. Xiànzài kàn lái, qǔdé xiǎnzhù chéngxiào, gǎnjué hǎoduō le!)

D

David

Yeah, I've been sticking to exercise and controlling my diet. It seems now, I've achieved remarkable results, and I feel much better!

Quick FAQ

  • What's the vibe of 取得显著成效?

It's a positive, celebratory vibe. It signals a job well done with undeniable success.

  • Can I use it for small wins?

No, it's for major accomplishments. Think big, not small.

  • Is it formal or informal?

It leans formal but is flexible enough for semi-formal contexts. It's not casual slang.

Usage Notes

This phrase is generally neutral to formal. While it can be used in semi-formal contexts, avoid it in very casual chats or when discussing minor accomplishments. Ensure the results you're describing are genuinely significant and observable to use it correctly.

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Use in reports

Always use this in written reports to sound professional.

Examples

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#1 Texting a friend about a new hobby

我学了一个月的吉他,感觉终于`取得了显著成效`,能弹几首简单的歌了!

I've been learning guitar for a month, and I feel like I've finally achieved remarkable results, I can play a few simple songs!

Here, it shows personal progress in a hobby, emphasizing the noticeable improvement.

#2 Instagram caption for a project completion

经过团队数月的努力,我们的新项目终于上线并`取得了显著成效`!感谢每一位成员! #项目成功 #团队合作

After months of team effort, our new project is finally launched and has achieved remarkable results! Thanks to every member! #ProjectSuccess #Teamwork

#3 Job interview (Zoom call)

在我上一份工作中,通过优化流程,我们团队`取得了显著成效`,将客户满意度提高了20%。

In my previous role, by optimizing processes, our team achieved remarkable results, increasing customer satisfaction by 20%.

Used to quantify past success and impress potential employers.

#4 Discussing a failed business venture (sarcastic)

你看,我们投了那么多钱,结果呢?嗯,`取得了显著成效`... 钱包空了。

See, we invested so much money, and the result? Well, we achieved remarkable results... an empty wallet.

Used sarcastically to highlight a lack of positive outcome.

#5 Sharing good news with family

妈妈,我告诉你个好消息!我申请的那个奖学金,我`取得了显著成效`,他们决定给我颁发了!

Mom, I have great news! That scholarship I applied for, I achieved remarkable results, and they decided to award it to me!

Expresses joy and pride over a significant personal achievement.

#6 Professional email to a supervisor

关于市场推广活动,初步数据显示我们`取得了显著成效`,销售额较上月增长了15%。

Regarding the marketing campaign, initial data shows we have achieved remarkable results, with sales increasing by 15% compared to last month.

Reporting positive, data-backed results in a formal business context.

#7 Casual chat about learning a language

我每天坚持用SubLearn学英语,感觉真的`取得了显著成效`!

I insist on using SubLearn to learn English every day, and I feel like I've really achieved remarkable results!

Shows how learners might use it to describe their progress with a learning tool.

#8 Social media comment on a fitness influencer's post

你的健身计划太棒了!看到你`取得了显著成效`,我也要开始努力了!💪

Your fitness plan is amazing! Seeing that you've achieved remarkable results, I need to start working hard too! 💪

Commenting on someone else's visible success.

Mistake: Using for minor progress Common Mistake

✗ 我今天整理了房间,`取得了显著成效`。

✗ I tidied my room today, and achieved remarkable results.

This is too minor for the phrase. It should be for significant achievements.

Mistake: Incorrect word order Common Mistake

✗ `显著成效取得了`我们的项目。

✗ Remarkable results achieved our project.

The verb `取得` (achieve) should come before the object `显著成效` (remarkable results).

#11 Talking about a successful product launch

这款新手机一经发售,就`取得了显著成效`,销量远超预期。

As soon as this new phone was released, it achieved remarkable results, with sales far exceeding expectations.

Highlights a product's commercial success.

#12 Reflecting on a long-term effort

经过多年的研究和试验,这项技术最终`取得了显著成效`,为公司带来了巨大的利润。

After years of research and experimentation, this technology finally achieved remarkable results, bringing huge profits to the company.

Emphasizes the long-term nature and significant payoff of an endeavor.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.

经过一年的努力,我们的环保项目在减少污染方面______。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 取得了显著成效

The context is a professional environmental project, requiring a formal expression of success.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

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Fill in the blank with the correct phrase. Fill Blank B2

经过一年的努力,我们的环保项目在减少污染方面______。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 取得了显著成效

The context is a professional environmental project, requiring a formal expression of success.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

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No, it is too formal.

Related Phrases

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大获成功

synonym

Achieved great success

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