完美

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"完美" (wánměi) means "perfect" or "flawless." It is used to describe something or someone without any defects or shortcomings. It often praises performances, plans, appearances, or qualities.

Common Collocations

  • 完美表演 (perfect performance): used to compliment artistic or skillful acts.
  • 完美计划 (perfect plan): emphasizes thoroughness and attention to detail.
  • 完美 (perfect and without flaws): a fixed phrase highlighting absolute perfection.

Usage Notes

"完美" is an adjective and can be used attributively before nouns or predicatively after verbs like "" (to be). It carries a strong positive evaluation and is often used in formal or literary contexts but also common in everyday speech.

Common Confusions

Do not confuse "完美" with "" (very good) or "" (not bad), which are milder compliments. "完美" implies no flaws at all, which is a higher standard.

Pragmatic Effect

Using "完美" often implies admiration and sometimes sets high expectations. It can also be used ironically if the context suggests the opposite.

Example Sentences

Her performance was simply perfect, without a single flaw.

This plan is designed perfectly, considering all the details.

Although he works hard, no one is perfect.