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How to say “that” and “this” in Chinese with 那么 and 这么

那么 (nàme)/这么 (zhème) + Adj.

Adjectives with "那么 (nàme)" and "这么 (zhème)"

HSK 3Adverbs with Adjectives

Rule structure

那么 (nàme) and 这么 (zhème) mean "so" or "that (much)" and intensify adjectives, often in comparisons or exclamations.

Examples

这个问题没那么难。

Zhège wèntí méi nàme nán.

This problem isn't that difficult.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you express “Adjectives with "那么 (nàme)" and "这么 (zhème)"” in Chinese?

Use the structure: 那么 (nàme)/这么 (zhème) + Adj.. For example: 这个问题没那么难。 — “This problem isn't that difficult.”.

What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?

这个问题没那么难。 — “This problem isn't that difficult.”.

Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?

This grammar rule is part of HSK 3.

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