An idol is a person you admire deeply, often serving as a source of inspiration.
Word in 30 Seconds
- A person greatly admired or loved by others.
- Commonly refers to celebrities or role models.
- Used to describe someone who inspires you.
Overview
- 1概览：偶像（yǒu xiàng）一词源于宗教中对神像的崇拜，但在现代汉语中，其含义已广泛延伸。它指代那些在特定领域表现卓越、拥有大量粉丝，并能给他人带来精神激励或审美愉悦的人物。2) 使用模式：该词常与“崇拜”、“追随”、“模仿”等动词搭配。在社交媒体语境中，人们常说“我的偶像”，表达对某人的喜爱和支持。3) 常见语境：最常见于娱乐圈（明星、歌手、演员），也用于体育界（球星）或科技界（如乔布斯等领袖人物）。此外，在教育语境下，老师或科学家也可能成为学生的“偶像”。4) 近义词辨析：与“榜样”相比，“偶像”更侧重于情感上的喜爱和吸引力，而“榜样”则更侧重于道德上的学习和行为上的参考。虽然偶像也可以是榜样，但榜样不一定具有偶像那样的明星光环。
Examples
他是我心目中的偶像。
everydayHe is the idol in my heart.
这位科学家是许多年轻学者的偶像。
formalThis scientist is the idol of many young scholars.
你最近在追哪个偶像？
informalWhich idol are you following recently?
偶像文化对青少年有一定的影响。
academicIdol culture has a certain influence on teenagers.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
偶像剧
idol drama
偶像效应
idol effect
全民偶像
national idol
Often Confused With
A '榜样' is a role model you want to emulate behaviorally. An '偶像' is someone you admire for their charm or status.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word '偶像' is used in both casual and formal settings. It is often used with personal pronouns like '我的'. Be careful not to confuse it with '榜样' when referring to moral role models. In modern slang, '爱豆' is a direct transliteration of 'idol' used by younger generations.
Common Mistakes
Students often use '偶像' to describe any famous person, but it specifically requires an element of admiration. Do not use '偶像' to refer to a boss or a colleague unless you truly idolize them. Avoid saying '他是我的偶像' if you just mean 'he is a famous person'.
Tips
Use with possessive pronouns
Always add '我的' (my) before '偶像' to make it sound natural and personal. For example, '他是我的偶像'.
Avoid blind worship
Be aware that the term sometimes implies emotional attachment; avoid using it if you only admire someone's professional skill objectively.
The Idol Culture in Asia
In East Asian culture, 'Idol' often refers to a specific type of pop star trained for performance. This reflects a deep cultural trend of fandom.
Word Origin
The word originates from religious contexts meaning 'statue of a deity'. It evolved to represent a person who is 'worshipped' by fans in modern society.
Cultural Context
In China, the 'Idol' industry has grown rapidly with TV reality shows. It represents a significant part of youth culture and social media interaction.
Memory Tip
Think of an 'Idol' as someone you put on a pedestal (image/yǒu xiàng). You look up to them like a statue.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions不完全一样。明星侧重于职业身份，指知名度高的人；而偶像侧重于粉丝与被崇拜者之间的情感连接，带有更多主观崇拜的成分。
可以。当你把父母视为学习的榜样或人生追求的目标时，完全可以用“我的父母是我的偶像”来表达敬意。
“追星”是行为，而“偶像”是这一行为的对象。人们因为有了偶像，才会产生“追星”的行为。
通常是中性或褒义。但在极少数情况下，如果指盲目崇拜某人而丧失理智，可能会带有一定的讽刺意味。
Test Yourself
他从小就非常努力，一直把爱因斯坦当作自己的___。
爱因斯坦是伟大的科学家，是人们敬仰的对象，故选偶像。
当你非常喜欢一个歌手，并收集他的海报时，他就是你的___。
对歌手的喜爱和收集行为体现了粉丝对偶像的崇拜。
（造句）
该选项符合偶像作为崇拜对象的定义。
Score: /3
Summary
An idol is a person you admire deeply, often serving as a source of inspiration.
- A person greatly admired or loved by others.
- Commonly refers to celebrities or role models.
- Used to describe someone who inspires you.
Use with possessive pronouns
Always add '我的' (my) before '偶像' to make it sound natural and personal. For example, '他是我的偶像'.
Avoid blind worship
Be aware that the term sometimes implies emotional attachment; avoid using it if you only admire someone's professional skill objectively.
The Idol Culture in Asia
In East Asian culture, 'Idol' often refers to a specific type of pop star trained for performance. This reflects a deep cultural trend of fandom.
Examples
4 of 4他是我心目中的偶像。
He is the idol in my heart.
这位科学家是许多年轻学者的偶像。
This scientist is the idol of many young scholars.
你最近在追哪个偶像？
Which idol are you following recently?
偶像文化对青少年有一定的影响。
Idol culture has a certain influence on teenagers.
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