HSK 7
⋯⋯ ，甚至于⋯⋯
The structure '甚至于' emphasizing a higher degree
Explanation
The structure '甚至于' (shènzhì yú) is used to emphasize a higher, more extreme degree than what was previously stated. It is usually placed before a clause or phrase to point out an extreme or surprising case. For example, in the sentence '她不能忍受这种想法，甚至于一秒钟也受不了', it emphasizes that the inability to bear it reaches the point that even one second cannot be endured. This structure is similar to '甚至' but carries a slightly more formal tone.
Examples
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The grammar point “⋯⋯ ，甚至于⋯⋯” (The structure '甚至于' emphasizing a higher degree) is one of the key structures at HSK 7. To use it fluently, you need to understand the contexts where it's used and practice regularly.
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