Chuzhong describes someone whose qualities significantly exceed the average level of their peers.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Standing out from the general public or crowd.
- Used for talent, appearance, or overall performance.
- A positive term implying superiority over peers.
Overview
- 1概览：‘出众’是一个典型的褒义形容词，核心含义是‘超出众人’（Standing out from the crowd）。它不仅可以描述外在的容貌气质，也可以形容内在的才干和能力。2) 使用模式：该词常作谓语（如：表现出众）或定语（如：出众的口才）。它具有较强的比较意味，隐含了该个体与周围其他人的对比。3) 常见语境：在职场评价中，用来形容员工的业务能力或领导力；在文学作品中，常用来描写主角不凡的气质；在日常交流中，则多用于赞美他人的外貌或特长。4) 词义辨析：与‘优秀’相比，‘出众’更强调‘显眼’和‘对比感’；与‘卓越’相比，‘出众’的语气稍轻，更贴近日常生活和一般评价。它不仅限于极高的成就，也可以仅仅指在某个小圈子里表现得更好。
Examples
他在一群应聘者中显得才华出众。
professionalHe stood out among the applicants for his outstanding talent.
虽然她长相不出众，但性格非常好。
everydayAlthough she is not outstanding in appearance, she has a very good personality.
这位选手的表现确实出众，评委们都给了高分。
formalThe contestant's performance was indeed remarkable, and the judges all gave high scores.
他凭借出众的毅力完成了这项艰巨的任务。
academicHe completed this arduous task with his extraordinary perseverance.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
相貌出众
outstanding appearance
能力出众
outstanding ability
谈吐出众
remarkable way of speaking
Often Confused With
'Youxiu' is a general term for being excellent, while 'Chuzhong' emphasizes being better than others in a visible way.
'Zhuoyue' implies a much higher level of achievement, often used for world-class or historic excellence.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
Chuzhong is a versatile adjective suitable for both formal and informal registers. It carries a strong positive connotation and is almost exclusively used to describe human attributes or actions performed by humans. It is frequently preceded by adverbs of degree like '格外' (extraordinarily) or '非常' (very).
Common Mistakes
One common mistake is using 'Chuzhong' to describe the quality of a product or a scenery; in those cases, 'chuse' or 'youmei' would be more appropriate. Another mistake is forgetting that 'Chuzhong' implies a crowd (zhong), so it is most effective when describing someone within a group context.
Tips
Use it to highlight unique charisma
When you want to emphasize that someone has a special 'it' factor that makes them noticeable, 'Chuzhong' is the perfect word.
Avoid using it for inanimate objects
Don't say 'this computer is chuzhong'; instead, use 'chuse' (excellent) or 'youxiu' (high quality).
The balance of standing out
While 'Chuzhong' is positive, Chinese culture also values modesty. Being 'chuzhong' is good, but being overly 'gaodiao' (high-profile) can sometimes be seen as risky.
Word Origin
The word combines 'Chu' (exceeding/emerging) and 'Zhong' (the masses). It has been used in Chinese literature for centuries to describe individuals who rise above the common level.
Cultural Context
In Chinese society, being 'chuzhong' is highly encouraged in education and career paths. It reflects the competitive nature of 'standing out' to gain better opportunities.
Memory Tip
Think of the characters: 'Chu' (出) means 'to go out' or 'beyond,' and 'Zhong' (众) means 'the crowd.' Literally, it means 'going beyond the crowd.'
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions通常不可以。它主要用于形容人的素质、外貌或表现。形容物品卓越通常使用‘出色’或‘卓越’。
“突出”可以形容事物、矛盾或成绩，范围更广；而“出众”更侧重于人与人之间的对比。
可以。例如‘在校期间表现出众’，这能体现你比其他同学更优秀。
没有，它是一个纯粹的褒义词，表达赞赏和肯定。
Test Yourself
她在晚会上的表现非常___，吸引了所有人的目光。
‘出众’指表现突出，符合语境中‘吸引目光’的描述。
Which of the following phrases is the most natural?
‘才华出众’是固定搭配，形容人的天赋极高。
气质 / 她的 / 格外 / 出众 / 显得
标准的陈述句结构：主语 + 谓语 + 状语 + 形容词。
Score: /3
Summary
Chuzhong describes someone whose qualities significantly exceed the average level of their peers.
- Standing out from the general public or crowd.
- Used for talent, appearance, or overall performance.
- A positive term implying superiority over peers.
Use it to highlight unique charisma
When you want to emphasize that someone has a special 'it' factor that makes them noticeable, 'Chuzhong' is the perfect word.
Avoid using it for inanimate objects
Don't say 'this computer is chuzhong'; instead, use 'chuse' (excellent) or 'youxiu' (high quality).
The balance of standing out
While 'Chuzhong' is positive, Chinese culture also values modesty. Being 'chuzhong' is good, but being overly 'gaodiao' (high-profile) can sometimes be seen as risky.
Examples
4 of 4他在一群应聘者中显得才华出众。
He stood out among the applicants for his outstanding talent.
虽然她长相不出众，但性格非常好。
Although she is not outstanding in appearance, she has a very good personality.
这位选手的表现确实出众，评委们都给了高分。
The contestant's performance was indeed remarkable, and the judges all gave high scores.
他凭借出众的毅力完成了这项艰巨的任务。
He completed this arduous task with his extraordinary perseverance.
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充裕的
B2Abundant, ample, or sufficient in quantity.
事故
A2accident; mishap
依照
A2According to; in accordance with.
准确地
A2accurately, precisely
做到
A2to achieve; to accomplish
积极地
A2actively; enthusiastically
应变
B2Adaptive; capable of dealing with emergencies.
行政
A2Administration; the management of affairs.
过后
A2Afterwards; at a later or subsequent time.
赞同
A2To approve of, to endorse; to agree with or support.
