丰功伟绩
丰功伟绩 (fēng gōng wěi jì) literally means “great achievements” and expresses “outstanding contributions”. This idiom is used when describing situations involving success and perseverance.
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Outstanding contributions
Pronunciation: fēng gōng wěi jì Literal meaning: Great achievements
Origin & Usage
Abundant (丰) merit (功) and great (伟) achievement (绩). 绩 is a weaving word underneath — the twisting of hemp fibres into thread — so what the phrase measures is accumulation rather than a single stroke, work laid down over a long time until it amounts to something. That suits its use. It is applied to careers and reigns rather than to individual feats, it belongs to eulogies and official histories, and using it about a colleague's quarter would be heavy irony.
Examples
English: "His contributions to science have left a lasting legacy."
Chinese: 他的科学贡献丰功伟绩，流传后世。
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 丰功伟绩 mean in English?
丰功伟绩 (fēng gōng wěi jì) literally translates to “Great achievements” and is used to express “Outstanding contributions”. This Chinese idiom belongs to the Success & Perseverance category.
When is 丰功伟绩 used?
Situation: His contributions to science have left a lasting legacy.
What is the pinyin for 丰功伟绩?
The pinyin pronunciation for 丰功伟绩 is “fēng gōng wěi jì”.