前途
qián tú HSK 5

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📚 Example Sentences

他的前途很光明。
Tā de qiántú hěn guāngmíng.
His future is very bright.
这个工作很有前途。
Zhège gōngzuò hěn yǒu qiántú.
This job has good prospects.
我们要为自己的前途努力。
Wǒmen yào wèi zìjǐ de qiántú nǔlì.
We must work hard for our own future.
他的前途光明。
Tā de qiántú guāngmíng.
His future is bright.
前途很重要。
Qiántú hěn zhòngyào.
The future is important.

💡 Memory Tip

Break down the characters: 前 (qián) means 'front' or 'ahead,' and 途 (tú) means 'road' or 'path.' Think of it as 'the road ahead' to remember it relates to future prospects.

📝 Usage Notes

This word is neutral in formality and used in both spoken and written Chinese. It is common in contexts discussing careers, education, or personal development, such as in encouragement, assessments, or discussions about potential.

📖 Grammar Points

Often used as a subject or object in sentences, e.g., '前途是光明的' (The future is bright) or '他有前途' (He has prospects). It can be modified by adjectives like 光明 (bright) or 渺茫 (bleak).

🏯 Cultural Notes

In Chinese culture, 前途 is highly valued, reflecting societal emphasis on hard work and planning for success. It is often discussed in family or educational settings, linking personal achievement to social responsibility.

🔄 Similar Words

Compared to 未来 (wèilái), which broadly means 'future' in time, 前途 focuses more on prospects or the path ahead, often implying personal or professional advancement. 前景 (qiánjǐng) is similar but can refer to broader prospects like in business or society.

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