至
arrive; until; extremely; most
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesverb
to arrive; to reach
formalUsed to indicate reaching a certain time, place or state, often paired with time nouns or directional complements.
I still haven't received his reply up to now.
This match was wonderful from start to finish.
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He swore that he would never reveal the secret until his death.
The train has arrived at the station, please get ready to get off.
The high-speed train from Beijing to Shanghai only takes four and a half hours.
verb
as for; speaking of
formalUsed to introduce a new topic or shift to another aspect of the same topic, often used in formal or written contexts.
As for this problem, we can discuss it later.
Most students have finished their homework; as for those who haven't handed it in, we will communicate with them individually.
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I haven't decided yet whether to go out this weekend.
As for the taste of the restaurant, everyone has their own opinion.
As for the follow-up plan, we will notify everyone in advance.
adverb
extremely; most; very
formalUsed to emphasize the degree of something, often placed before adjectives or complement phrases, mostly used in written or formal spoken contexts.
We are extremely grateful for your help.
This is my most sincere apology.
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You'd better set off tomorrow, and you must arrive at the company no later than the day after tomorrow.
The importance of this project is supreme.
His performance was extremely wonderful and won applause from the entire audience.