1. 别提了 (Bié tí le)
Meaning: Never mind / Don’t mention itUsage Example:别提了，事情太复杂了Bié tí le, shìqíng tài fùzá leNever mind, the situation is too complicated.Grammar Structure: 别提了Explanation: 别 (Bié) means "do not," and 提 (tí) means "mention." Together, they imply not to bring up a topic.Memory Tip: Associate 别提了 with dismissing a topic, as in “let’s not discuss that.”
2. 以为 (Yǐwéi)
Meaning: Thought / Thought thatUsage Example:我以为你已经来了Wǒ yǐwéi nǐ yǐjīng lái leI thought you had already arrived.Memory Tip: Remember it as indicating a mistaken assumption, like “I thought…”Difference with 认为 (Rènwéi): 认为 (Rènwéi) indicates a belief or opinion, while 以为 (Yǐwéi) suggests a mistaken thought.
3. 份 (Fèn)
Meaning: Portion / ShareUsage Example:我有一份报告要写。Pinyin: Wǒ yǒu yī fèn bàogào yào xiěI have a report to write.Grammar Structure: 一份 (yī fèn) + nounExplanation: 份 (Fèn) is a measure word for portions or shares, used for jobs, documents, and food.
4. 赚 (Zhuàn)
Meaning: Earn / Make moneyUsage Example:我想赚更多的钱Wǒ xiǎng zhuàn gèng duō de qiánI want to earn more money.Explanation: 赚 (Zhuàn) means "to earn" or "to gain," specifically in financial contexts.
5. 原来 (Yuánlái)
Meaning: Originally / As it turns outUsage Example:原来他是我的朋友Yuánlái tā shì wǒ de péngyǒuSo he was my friend all along.Explanation: 原 (Yuán) means "original," and 来 (lái) means "to come." Together, they convey a realization about something's true nature.Memory Tip: Use 原来 (Yuánlái) to clarify misunderstandings, like saying “Oh, so that’s what happened.”Difference with 本来 (Běnlái): 原来 (Yuánlái) suggests a new realization, while 本来 (Běnlái) refers to the original state or situation.
6. 完全 (Wánquán)
Meaning: Completely / TotallyUsage Example:我完全理解你的意思Wǒ wánquán lǐjiě nǐ de yìsiI completely understand what you mean.Grammar Structure: 完全 (Wánquán) + verbExplanation: 完 (Wán) means "complete," and 全 (quán) means "whole." Together, they signify totality.
7. 提前 (Tíqián)
Meaning: In advance / Ahead of timeUsage Example:我提前完成了作业Wǒ tíqián wánchéng le zuòyèI finished my homework in advance.Grammar Structure:提前 (Tíqián) + verb (e.g., 提前完成 - Tíqián wánchéng)提前 (Tíqián) + duration (e.g., 提前一个小时 - Tíqián yī gè xiǎoshí)Arrive an hour early.Explanation: 提 (Tí) means "to raise," and 前 (qián) means "front" or "ahead." This combination implies doing something before the expected time.Memory Tip: Connect 提前 (Tíqián) with completing tasks early, like finishing an assignment ahead of the deadline.
8. 提醒 (Tíxǐng)
Meaning: RemindUsage Example:请提醒我明天的会议Qǐng tíxǐng wǒ míngtiān de huìyìPlease remind me of tomorrow's meeting.Explanation: 提 (Tí) means "to raise," and 醒 (xǐng) means "to awaken." Together, they mean to bring something to someone’s attention.Memory Tip: Associate 提醒 (Tíxǐng) with reminders, like notifications or alarms that prompt you to remember something.
9. 经验 (Jīngyàn)
Meaning: ExperienceUsage Example:我有很多工作经验Wǒ yǒu hěn duō gōngzuò jīngyànI have a lot of work experience.Explanation: 经验 (Jīngyàn) consists of 经 (jīng) meaning "to go through" and 验 (yàn) meaning "to test." Together, they refer to knowledge gained through practice.Memory Tip: Connect 经验 (Jīngyàn) with learning through doing, as skills acquired from past jobs.Difference with 经历 (Jīnglì): 经验 (Jīngyàn) refers to knowledge gained (noun), while 经历 (Jīnglì) describes the experiences themselves (verb/noun).
10. 消息 (Xiāoxī)
Meaning: Message / NewsUsage Example:我有一个好消息Wǒ yǒu yī gè hǎo xiāoxīI have good news.Explanation: 消 (Xiāo) means "to eliminate," and 息 (xī) means "breath" or "news." Together, they refer to circulating information.Memory Tip: Think of 消息 (Xiāoxī) as information you receive, like updates or notifications.Difference with 信息 (Xìnxī): 消息 (Xiāoxī) refers more to news updates, while 信息 (Xìnxī) refers to data or information in a broader sense (e.g., data, facts).
11. 按时 (Àn shí)
Meaning: On timeUsage Example:我按时完成了任务Wǒ àn shí wánchéng le rènwùI completed the task on time.Grammar Structure: 按时 (Àn shí) + verbExplanation: 按 (Àn) means "to press" or "to follow," and 时 (shí) means "time." Together, they signify doing something at the correct time.Memory Tip: Remember 按时 (Àn shí) as a reminder to meet deadlines.Difference with 准时 (Zhǔnshí): 按时 (Àn shí) emphasizes adhering to a schedule, while 准时 (Zhǔnshí) emphasizes punctuality.
12. 不得不 (Bù dé bù)
Meaning: Have toUsage Example:我不得不去上班Wǒ bù dé bù qù shàngbānI have to go to work.Grammar Structure: 我不得不 (Wǒ bù dé bù) + verbExplanation: 不 (Bù) means "not," and 得 (dé) means "to obtain" or "to have to." This combination expresses the necessity to do something.Memory Tip: Use 不得不 (Bù dé bù) to indicate obligations, highlighting circumstances that require action.
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