How to say “really” in Chinese with 真 (zhēn)
真 (zhēn) + Adj.
Expressing "really" with "真 (zhēn)"
真 (zhēn) + Adj.
HSK 2Adverbs with AdjectivesExpressing "really" with "真 (zhēn)"
Rule structure
真 (zhēn) is an adverb used for emphasis before adjectives or some verbs to express "really" or "truly," conveying genuine feeling or surprise. It is more emotional than 很 (hěn).
Rule structure
真 (zhēn) is an adverb used for emphasis before adjectives or some verbs to express "really" or "truly," conveying genuine feeling or surprise. It is more emotional than 很 (hěn).
Examples
真漂亮！
Zhēn piàoliang!
Really beautiful!
Examples
真漂亮！
Zhēn piàoliang!
Really beautiful!
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Frequently asked questions
How do you express “Expressing "really" with "真 (zhēn)"” in Chinese?
Use the structure: 真 (zhēn) + Adj.. For example: 真漂亮！ — “Really beautiful!”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
真漂亮！ — “Really beautiful!”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 2.
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