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How to say “even” in Chinese with 甚至 (shènzhì)

甚至 (shènzhì) + Verb / Noun / Clause

Expressing "even" with "甚至 (shènzhì)"

HSK 4Adverbs

Rule structure

甚至 (shènzhì) highlights an extreme or unexpected case and strengthens the statement. It often shows that the situation goes beyond the speaker’s normal expectations.

Examples

他工作太忙，甚至周末都不休息。

Tā gōngzuò tài máng, shènzhì zhōumò dōu bù xiūxi.

He is so busy at work that he doesn’t even rest on weekends.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you express “Expressing "even" with "甚至 (shènzhì)"” in Chinese?

Use the structure: 甚至 (shènzhì) + Verb / Noun / Clause. For example: 他工作太忙，甚至周末都不休息。 — “He is so busy at work that he doesn’t even rest on weekends.”.

What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?

他工作太忙，甚至周末都不休息。 — “He is so busy at work that he doesn’t even rest on weekends.”.

Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?

This grammar rule is part of HSK 4.

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