HSK 5
没A没B
Structure 没A没B (neither A nor B)
Explanation
The structure '没A没B' is used to emphasize the complete lack or negation of both elements A and B. In example 1, '没吃没喝' means not eating or drinking anything at all, emphasizing deprivation. In example 2, '没大没小' describes speaking disrespectfully without regard for age or status. This structure often carries an emphatic or complaining tone.
Examples
Learn “没A没B” effectively
The grammar point “没A没B” (Structure 没A没B (neither A nor B)) is one of the key structures at HSK 5. To use it fluently, you need to understand the contexts where it's used and practice regularly.
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