B2 adverb Formal 1 min read

毋庸置疑

wú yōng zhì yí /wu²¹¹ yʊŋ⁵⁵ ʈ͡ʂɨ²¹¹ i²¹⁴/
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It means something is undeniably true and requires no questioning.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Absolutely certain; no need for doubt.
  • Emphasizes the truth and certainty of a statement.
  • Used in formal and informal contexts for strong affirmation.

Overview

毋庸置疑 (wú yōng zhì yí) 是一个汉语成语，意为“没有什么可以怀疑的”。它由“毋”（不要）、“庸”（用、拿）、“置”（放、摆）和“疑”（怀疑）四个字组成，字面意思是“不用放在怀疑的余地”。这个词语用来强调某件事情的真实性、确定性或合理性，表明听者或读者不需要对此产生任何疑问。

作为副词，毋庸置疑通常放在被强调的句子成分之前，或者单独成句，用以表达强烈的肯定。它可以用来回应质疑，或者在陈述事实时起到强调作用。在现代汉语中，它的使用频率较高，尤其是在书面语和正式场合，但口语中也会出现。

毋庸置疑常出现在以下语境中：

**日常对话**：在朋友或家人之间，用于非常肯定地表达自己的看法或对某事的判断。

与“毋庸置疑”意思相近的词语包括：

  • 毫无疑问 (háo wú yí wèn)：与“毋庸置疑”意思非常接近，同样表示完全肯定，没有疑问。两者在很多场合可以互换使用。
  • 不言而喻 (bù yán ér yù)：指某种道理或情况非常明显，不需要说出来就能明白。侧重于显而易见，而“毋庸置疑”侧重于确定性。
  • 理所当然 (lǐ suǒ dāng rán)：指事情合乎一定的道理，应该这样。侧重于合乎情理，而“毋庸置疑”则更强调事实的确定性。
  • 铁证如山 (tiě zhèng rú shān)：形容证据确凿，像山一样不可动摇。侧重于有确凿的证据支持，而“毋庸置疑”可以用于没有具体证据但事实极其明显的情况。

Examples

1

毋庸置疑，这次改革将对经济产生深远影响。

formal

Undoubtedly, this reform will have a profound impact on the economy.

2

他是我们团队里最努力的人，这一点毋庸置疑。

everyday

He is the hardest worker on our team, and that's beyond doubt.

3

“这幅画是真迹吗？” “毋庸置疑！”

informal

“Is this painting authentic?” “Without question!”

4

基于现有证据，该理论的有效性毋庸置疑。

academic

Based on the existing evidence, the validity of this theory is indisputable.

Common Collocations

毋庸置疑的事实 An indisputable fact
毋庸置疑的结论 An undeniable conclusion
毋庸置疑的优势 An unquestionable advantage

Common Phrases

毋庸置疑，这是真的。

Undoubtedly, this is true.

他的能力毋庸置疑。

His abilities are beyond doubt.

这结果是毋庸置疑的。

The result is indisputable.

Often Confused With

毋庸置疑 vs 毫无疑问

Both '毋庸置疑' and '毫无疑问' mean 'without a doubt' or 'undoubtedly'. '毋庸置疑' might lean slightly more towards formal or written contexts, emphasizing that there is no need to even place something under scrutiny. '毫无疑问' is very common in both spoken and written Chinese and is a direct synonym.

毋庸置疑 vs 不言而喻

'不言而喻' means 'self-evident' or 'it goes without saying'. It implies that something is so obvious that it doesn't need to be stated. '毋庸置疑' focuses more on the certainty and lack of doubt regarding a statement or fact, rather than its obviousness.

Grammar Patterns

毋庸置疑， + [陈述句] [陈述句]，毋庸置疑。

How to Use It

Usage Notes

This phrase is used to express a high degree of certainty. It is generally used in affirmative statements. While it can be used in spoken Chinese, it is more common in formal writing, news reports, and academic contexts. Avoid using it in casual conversation unless you want to strongly emphasize a point.

Common Mistakes

A common mistake is to follow '毋庸置疑' with a negative statement or a clause that introduces doubt, creating a contradiction. For example, saying '毋庸置疑，他可能不会来' is incorrect. Also, using it excessively can make your language sound overly assertive or even arrogant.

Tips

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Emphasize Certainty Strongly

Use '毋庸置疑' when you want to convey absolute confidence in a statement. It leaves no room for doubt.

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Avoid Contradictory Statements

Do not follow '毋庸置疑' with negative clauses, as it creates a logical inconsistency.

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Directness in Affirmation

In Chinese culture, direct and strong affirmations like '毋庸置疑' are valued in formal settings to establish credibility and conviction.

Word Origin

The phrase originates from classical Chinese. '毋' means 'do not', '庸' means 'use' or 'take', '置' means 'place' or 'put', and '疑' means 'doubt'. Literally, it means 'do not use doubt' or 'do not place it in the realm of doubt'.

Cultural Context

In Chinese culture, expressing certainty and conviction, especially in formal settings, is often seen as a sign of confidence and reliability. Using phrases like '毋庸置疑' can help establish the speaker's authority or the undeniable nature of the facts presented.

Memory Tip

Think of '毋庸置疑' as 'no need to place doubt'. If there's no need for doubt, then it must be absolutely true.

Frequently Asked Questions

4 questions

可以。将“毋庸置疑”放在句首，可以起到强调作用，引出后面的肯定内容，例如：“毋庸置疑，他的能力是大家有目共睹的。”

两者意思非常接近，都可以表示完全肯定，没有疑问。在大多数情况下可以互换使用。“毋庸置疑”可能更偏向于书面语和正式场合，而“毫无疑问”在口语和书面语中都更常用一些。

可以。当别人对某事提出质疑时，你可以用“毋庸置疑”来回应，表明你认为这件事情是确定的，不容置疑。

通常不建议。因为“毋庸置疑”本身就带有强烈的肯定意味，后面跟否定句会造成语义上的矛盾和不协调。它一般用于肯定句，以加强肯定的语气。

Test Yourself

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他是一位经验丰富的医生，医术高明，这真是______。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 毋庸置疑

这句话是在肯定医生的医术高明，需要一个表示完全肯定的词语，‘毋庸置疑’最符合语境。

multiple choice

以下哪个句子正确使用了“毋庸置疑”？

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 毋庸置疑，这次会议的成果非常显著。

选项A和D中的“毋庸置疑”后面跟了转折或否定，不符合其强调肯定的用法。选项C中的“毋庸置疑地”作为状语修饰形容词“难”，虽然语法上可能成立，但不如直接用“毋庸置疑”来强调整个判断更常见和自然。选项B的用法最标准，直接强调了会议成果的显著性。

sentence building

请用“毋庸置疑”、“事实”、“真相”这几个词语构建一个句子。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 毋庸置疑，事实就是真相。

这个选项结构清晰，语意连贯，强调了事实的确定性以及它就是真相。

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