How to say “doing something more” in Chinese with 多
多 (duō) + Verb Phrase
Doing something more with "多 (duō)"
多 (duō) + Verb Phrase
HSK 4Verb phrasesDoing something more with "多 (duō)"
Rule structure
多 (duō) before a verb indicates doing something more or increasing the action. Often used in suggestions.
Rule structure
多 (duō) before a verb indicates doing something more or increasing the action. Often used in suggestions.
Examples
多喝水对身体好。
Duō hē shuǐ duì shēntǐ hǎo.
Drinking more water is good for health.
Examples
多喝水对身体好。
Duō hē shuǐ duì shēntǐ hǎo.
Drinking more water is good for health.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you express “Doing something more with "多 (duō)"” in Chinese?
Use the structure: 多 (duō) + Verb Phrase. For example: 多喝水对身体好。 — “Drinking more water is good for health.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
多喝水对身体好。 — “Drinking more water is good for health.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 4.
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