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How to emphasize the doer of an action with 由 (yóu)

由 (yóu) + Person + Verb

Emphasizing the doer of an action with "由 (yóu)"

HSK 4Verb phrases

Rule structure

由 (yóu) introduces the agent responsible for an action. It emphasizes who does it, often in assignments or arrangements.

Examples

这项任务由我负责。

Zhè xiàng rènwu yóu wǒ fùzé.

This task is assigned to me.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you express “Emphasizing the doer of an action with "由 (yóu)"” in Chinese?

Use the structure: 由 (yóu) + Person + Verb. For example: 这项任务由我负责。 — “This task is assigned to me.”.

What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?

这项任务由我负责。 — “This task is assigned to me.”.

Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?

This grammar rule is part of HSK 4.

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