Definition
进取 (jìn qǔ) means to be enterprising and show initiative to advance, often in a career or competitive context. It differs from 上进 (shàng jìn), which focuses on striving for self-improvement in studies or personal growth; 进取 is more about proactive advancement and determination.
verb
to be enterprisingto show initiative and determination to advance
Easily confused
- 进去jìn qùsound-aliketo go in
- 禁区jìn qūsound-alikerestricted area, forbidden zone (physical or subject (physical or figurative)
Examples
- ，。Tā hěn yǒu jìn qǔ xīn, zuò shì zǒng shì zhǔdòng.He is very enterprising and always takes the initiative in his work.
- 进取，。Niánqīng rén yào yǒu jìn qǔ de jīngshén, bù néng ān yú xiànzhuàng.Young people should have an enterprising spirit and not be content with the status quo.
- 进取，。Gōngsī gǔlì yuángōng bùduàn jìn qǔ, zhuīqiú gèng hǎo de yèjì.The company encourages employees to keep showing initiative and pursue better performance.
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