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堪称

can be called

Character Composition

Characters

Pinyin

kan1cheng1 • kānchēng

Meaning

Primary

can be called

Alternatives

can be called as, could be called, can be rated as, can be rated, worth being called, worth being called as

Mnemonic

堪称 Can be called is a phrase we use to refer to something that can 堪 endure a certain honorable 称 name or descriptive adjective.

Usage

他 的 表现 堪称 完美。

His performance can be called perfect.

这 道 菜 堪称 世界 级 的 美味。

This dish can be called a world-class delicacy.

这 次 比赛 堪称 经典。

This match can be called a classic.