杰出 jiéchū outstanding
outstanding; distinguished; remarkable; prominent; illustrious
How to remember 杰出: 杰 hero + 出 go out = outstanding.
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How it is used
- Outstanding/distinguished, standing head and shoulders above - 杰出人才 (jiéchū réncái) outstanding talent, 杰出贡献 (jiéchū gòngxiàn) remarkable contribution.
- A strong, formal word of praise for exceptional achievement or ability.
- Contrast 优秀 (yōuxiù, excellent, common); 杰出 is higher - truly exceptional, illustrious.
Example sentences
- 汤姆是个杰出的爸爸。 Tāngmǔ shì gè jiéchū de bàbà.Tom is an excellent father.