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How to say “all” in Chinese with 凡是 (fánshì)

凡是 (fánshì) + Noun Phrase, 都 (dōu) + Verb

Expressing "all" with "凡是 (fánshì)"

HSK 6Adverbs

Rule structure

凡是 (fánshì) means "every, all, without exception". It introduces a condition or group and is always paired with 都 (dōu) or 也 (yě) in the main clause. Formal.

Examples

凡是报名的人都要参加考试。

Fánshì bàomíng de rén dōu yào cānjiā kǎoshì.

All those who signed up must take the exam.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you express “Expressing "all" with "凡是 (fánshì)"” in Chinese?

Use the structure: 凡是 (fánshì) + Noun Phrase, 都 (dōu) + Verb. For example: 凡是报名的人都要参加考试。 — “All those who signed up must take the exam.”.

What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?

凡是报名的人都要参加考试。 — “All those who signed up must take the exam.”.

Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?

This grammar rule is part of HSK 6.

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