Meaning
成果 refers to positive results or achievements gained through effort, work, or a process. It emphasizes successful outcomes and concrete accomplishments, often used in formal or professional contexts to describe research findings, project results, or the fruits of labor.
Usage
This word carries a positive connotation and is frequently used in academic, business, and official contexts. Native speakers commonly use it when discussing research results (研究成果), work achievements (工作成果), or accomplishments that required significant effort. It's more formal than simple words like 结果 (result).
Examples
- 01这个项目取得了显著的成果。.This project has achieved remarkable results.
- 02科学家们公布了最新的研究成果。.The scientists announced their latest research findings.
Characters
Measure words
- 项一项重要成果
- 个几个成果
Common collocations
- 研究成果research results/findings
- 取得成果to achieve results
- 丰硕的成果fruitful results, abundant achievements
- 工作成果work results/achievements
Origin
The compound combines 成 (to succeed/accomplish) with 果 (fruit), creating the metaphor of 'fruit of success' - the tangible results that come from effort, similar to how fruit is the result of a tree's growth.