HSK 5

方式副词:偷偷

Adverb of manner: 偷偷 (tōutōu)

Explanation

偷偷 is an adverb of manner meaning 'stealthily', 'secretly', or 'covertly'. It is typically used to describe an action performed quietly, without wanting others to know. Common structures are '偷偷 + verb' or '偷偷地 + verb'. Example: '我偷偷送给他一件礼物' (I secretly gave him a gift).

Examples

我偷偷送给他一件礼物。
tōutōusònggěijiàn
她偷偷地从窗户向外看。
tōutōucóngchuāngxiàngwàikàn

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The grammar point “方式副词:偷偷” (Adverb of manner: 偷偷 (tōutōu)) 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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