当中 - Expressing "among"
HSK 5
当中 (dāngzhōng) is a versatile Chinese expression meaning "among" or "in the middle of." It is used to highlight something within a group, set, or ongoing process.
Among a Group
当中 often indicates that something stands out or holds a specific role within a larger set.
In the Middle of a Process
When referring to a formal or significant activity, 当中 conveys being in the midst of that action or event.
Sample Sentences
在所有书当中，我最喜欢这本小说。Among all the books, I like this novel the most.
我们讨论当中遇到了一些问题。We encountered some problems during the discussion.
演讲当中，他提到了一个非常重要的观点。During the speech, he mentioned a very important point.
In a Text
在一个充满竞争的社会当中，每个人都希望能够脱颖而出。然而，在实现目标的过程当中，难免会遇到各种挑战。无论是在学习当中，还是在工作当中，坚持和努力始终是成功的关键。在所有成功人士当中，有一个共同点：他们在困难当中从不轻易放弃，而是不断寻找解决问题的方法。正是在这些努力当中，他们实现了自己的梦想。
充满 (chōngmǎn): to be full of; to be filled with
脱颖而出 (tuō yǐng ér chū): to stand out; to excel (literally: "to let the sharp point of a needle emerge")
In a highly competitive society, everyone hopes to stand out. However, in the process of achieving their goals, they are bound to encounter various challenges. Whether in the course of learning or working, persistence and hard work are always the key to success. Among all successful individuals, there is a common trait: they never give up easily in the face of difficulties but continuously seek ways to solve problems. It is through these efforts that they achieve their dreams.
