A2 verb Neutral #1,500 most common 1 min read

升起

she1ng qi3 /ʂəŋ tɕʰi/

The word '升起' denotes the physical act of ascending or the metaphorical emergence of feelings.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Used for objects moving from a lower to higher position.
  • Describes celestial bodies like the sun or moon rising.
  • Can also describe the emergence of abstract feelings or thoughts.

1) 概述:升起是一个动词,核心含义是“向上移动”。它既可以描述物理实体的位移(如太阳、烟雾、旗帜),也可以描述抽象事物的产生(如希望、疑问、勇气)。

2) 使用模式:在句子中,“升起”通常作为谓语,后接宾语或直接作为不及物动词使用。例如,“太阳升起了”或“升起了一面旗帜”。它常与表示地点的词(如“地平线”、“海面”)搭配。

3) 常见语境:最常见的语境是自然描述,例如早晨太阳升起、月亮升起;其次是仪式性场合,如升国旗;在文学创作中,常用于描写内心活动,如“心中升起一股暖意”。

4) 近义词辨析:“升起”与“上升”相比,更强调“从低到高”的过程感和视觉上的向上移动;“升起”与“升”相比,用法更正式且带有更强的动词性,常用于描述具体的动作过程。

Examples

1

太阳从东方升起了。

everyday

The sun rose from the east.

2

仪式上,国旗缓缓升起。

formal

During the ceremony, the national flag rose slowly.

3

我心中升起一种不祥的预感。

informal

A sense of foreboding rose in my heart.

4

地平线上升起了一团浓烟。

academic

A thick cloud of smoke rose above the horizon.

Common Collocations

太阳升起 Sun rises
升起旗帜 Raise a flag
升起希望 Hope arises

Common Phrases

冉冉升起

Rising slowly and steadily

升起炊烟

Smoke from kitchen chimneys rises

升起风帆

Hoist the sails

Often Confused With

升起 vs 上升

Refers more to numerical or abstract levels increasing. Use this for data, temperature, or status.

升起 vs 升华

Refers to physical sublimation or the metaphorical elevation of thoughts and spirit. It is much more abstract.

Grammar Patterns

太阳/月亮 + 升起 在 + 地点 + 升起 心中 + 升起 + 情感

How to Use It

Usage Notes

The word '升起' is neutral in register and can be used in both formal and informal settings. It is primarily used for physical movement but carries a strong literary connotation when applied to emotions. Always ensure the subject is something that can physically or metaphorically ascend.


Common Mistakes

Students often use '升起' for numerical data, which is incorrect. Another error is using it for inanimate objects that don't move upward, like 'the building rose'. Remember it requires a sense of vertical motion.

Tips

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Visualize the Motion

Imagine a balloon slowly moving upward to remember the word. This helps visualize the 'rising' motion effectively.

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Don't Confuse with Increase

Avoid using '升起' for data or prices. Use '上升' or '增长' instead for numerical increases.

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Flag Raising Ceremonies

In China, '升起' is frequently associated with the daily flag-raising ceremony. It represents national pride and unity.

Word Origin

The character '升' originally depicted a measuring cup used to lift grain, symbolizing upward motion. '起' adds the meaning of beginning or standing up, together forming the concept of rising.

Cultural Context

In Chinese culture, the rising sun is a symbol of vitality, hope, and the beginning of a new day. Flag-raising ceremonies are significant nationalistic events.

Memory Tip

Think of a hot air balloon rising into the sky. The word '升' implies going up, and '起' marks the start of the action.

Frequently Asked Questions

4 questions

“升起”通常指一个具体的动作过程,侧重于从低处向高处移动的视觉感。而“上升”更侧重于数值、程度或位置的变化,常用于数据或抽象概念。

可以用于自然现象(太阳、月亮、烟雾)、仪式(升旗)、或者情感(心中升起希望)。它是一个非常通用的动词。

它两者皆可。既可以说“太阳升起了”(不及物),也可以说“他升起了一面旗帜”(及物)。

可以,常用于描写情感的萌生,例如“心中升起一股敬意”。这是一种文学化的表达方式。

Test Yourself

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早晨,太阳从地平线上___了。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 升起

太阳从低处向高处移动,使用“升起”。

multiple choice

下列哪个场景最适合用“升起”?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 国旗的悬挂过程

升旗是典型的“升起”动作。

sentence building

心中 / 一股 / 升起 / 暖意

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 心中升起一股暖意

符合汉语主谓宾结构习惯。

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