How to say “to be at” a place in Chinese with 在 (zài)
Subj. + 在 (zài) + Place
Expressing existence in a place with "在 (zài)"
Subj. + 在 (zài) + Place
HSK 1VerbsExpressing existence in a place with "在 (zài)"
Rule structure
The verb 在 (zài) indicates static location or existence in a place. In the sentence structure [Subject + 在 (zài) + Place] 在 (zài) is the main verb; no additional verbs are required.
Rule structure
The verb 在 (zài) indicates static location or existence in a place. In the sentence structure [Subject + 在 (zài) + Place] 在 (zài) is the main verb; no additional verbs are required.
Examples
他在家。
Tā zài jiā.
He is at home.
Examples
他在家。
Tā zài jiā.
He is at home.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you express “Expressing existence in a place with "在 (zài)"” in Chinese?
Use the structure: Subj. + 在 (zài) + Place. For example: 他在家。 — “He is at home.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
他在家。 — “He is at home.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 1.
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