How to say “know how to” in Chinese with 会 (huì)
会 (huì) + Verb
Expressing a learned skill with "会 (huì)"
会 (huì) + Verb
HSK 1Auxiliary verbsExpressing a learned skill with "会 (huì)"
Rule structure
会 (huì) is placed before a verb and indicates the ability to apply a skill or knowledge acquired through learning or practice. It is translated as "I know how to".
Rule structure
会 (huì) is placed before a verb and indicates the ability to apply a skill or knowledge acquired through learning or practice. It is translated as "I know how to".
Examples
我会游泳。
Wǒ huì yóuyǒng.
I know how to swim.
Examples
我会游泳。
Wǒ huì yóuyǒng.
I know how to swim.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you express “Expressing a learned skill with "会 (huì)"” in Chinese?
Use the structure: 会 (huì) + Verb. For example: 我会游泳。 — “I know how to swim.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
我会游泳。 — “I know how to swim.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 1.
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