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    Expressing "to praise" with 赞扬 (zànyáng)

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    Emphasis

    Structure

    受到 + 赞扬 / 赞扬 + Object

    Explanation

    赞扬 (zànyáng) means "to praise" or "to applaud," describing the act of expressing approval and admiration for someone or something. It is a somewhat formal term often found in news reports, reviews, and official statements.

    Examples

    • 老师赞扬了他在比赛中的出色表现。

      lǎoshī zànyáng le tā zài bǐsài zhōng de chūsè biǎoxiàn.

      The teacher praised his outstanding performance in the competition.

    • 这部纪录片受到了观众的赞扬。

      zhè bù jìlùpiàn shòudào le guānzhòng de zànyáng.

      This documentary received praise from the audience.

    • 媒体纷纷赞扬她的勇敢行为。

      méitǐ fēnfēn zànyáng tā de yǒnggǎn xíngwéi.

      The media widely praised her brave actions.

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