HSK 1
数量短语
Quantity phrases
Explanation
In Chinese, when talking about the quantity of a thing, we use the structure: number + measure word + noun. For example: '一个' (one [item]), '两杯' (two cups), '三本' (three [books]), '四包' (four packets), '五块' (five pieces/chunks). The measure word changes depending on the type of thing being counted, for example '个' is for general objects, '杯' is for cups/glasses, '本' is for books/notebooks, '包' is for packets, '块' is for pieces/chunks.
Examples
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The grammar point “数量短语” (Quantity phrases) is one of the key structures at HSK 1. To use it fluently, you need to understand the contexts where it's used and practice regularly.
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