Definition
称赞 (chēngzàn) is a standard, neutral verb for 'to praise' used in both speech and writing. It is more formal than the everyday 表扬 (biǎoyáng) and the colloquial 夸 (kuā), but less formal than the written 赞扬 (zànyáng). It often emphasizes sincere recognition of someone's qualities or achievements.
verb
to praiseto commend
Examples
- 称赞。Tā de nǔlì dédào le lǎobǎn de chēng zàn.His hard work was praised by the boss.
- 称赞。Lǎoshī chángcháng chēng zàn xuéshēngmen jìnbù hěn kuài.The teacher often praises the students for improving quickly.
- 称赞。Dàjiā dōu chēng zàn tā zuò de hǎo.Everyone praised him for doing well.
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