Chinese set phrases are special fixed phrases, originally from ancient classics or books, historical stories or people’s verbal stories. The meaning of a set phrase is always implicit and not the simple sum of the literal meanings of the constituent components. Continue reading “Frequently misused homophones in Chinese set phrases”
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Antonyms of set phrases
Know the enemy and know yourself, and you can fight a hundred battles without defeat. Just as this saying goes, you can’t miss the learning of the “enemy” of every set phrase, the antonym of every set phrase. Take away these antonyms of set phrases. Continue reading “Antonyms of set phrases”
Formation of binding words in Chinese
A binding word 连绵词 in Chinese is a word composed of two characters, which are inseparable and always appear together except in special cases. Since a binding word is composed of two characters, it’s very necessary to know how a binding word if formed. There are several kinds of ways as to the formation of binding words. Continue reading “Formation of binding words in Chinese”
The use of double negative in Chinese
Many times double negative is used in Chinese sentences to make an affirmative effect. Continue reading “The use of double negative in Chinese”
How to differentiate between 必须 and 必需?
必须 and 必需 have the same pronunciation, but they can not be used interchangeably. Here are the tips on how to differentiate between 必须 and 必需. Continue reading “How to differentiate between 必须 and 必需?”