最
zuì
Meaning
- (before an adjective or verb) to the highest degree; (the) most ...; -est
Definition
表示程度最高的副词，相当于英语的“最”或“-est”。
An adverb indicating the highest degree, equivalent to 'most' or '-est' in English.
Usage
用于形容词或某些动词前，表示在某个范围内达到极点，构成最高级。
Used before adjectives or certain verbs to indicate the highest degree within a range, forming the superlative.
Examples
- 1 这是最美丽的城市。 (This is the most beautiful city.)
- 2 我最喜欢吃苹果。 (I like eating apples the most.)
- 3 他跑得最快。 (He runs the fastest.)
- 4 今天是最热的一天。 (Today is the hottest day.)
- 5 这是我最喜欢的书。 (This is my favorite book.)
Put it into practice
Exam-style HSK drills with instant scoring and explanations.
Find my HSK level
Free · about 3 minutes · no account needed
Look up words like this on any website
The free HSK Training extension shows pinyin, meaning and HSK level when you hover Chinese text — anywhere on the web.