How to say “only” a small quantity with 就 (jiù)
Place / Scope + 就 (jiù) + Quantity + Noun
Expressing "small quantity" with "就 (jiù)"
Place / Scope + 就 (jiù) + Quantity + Noun
HSK 4AdverbsExpressing "small quantity" with "就 (jiù)"
Rule structure
就 (jiù) before a quantity emphasizes that the amount is small or less than expected. In such sentences, a place or scope often appears before 就 (jiù).
Rule structure
就 (jiù) before a quantity emphasizes that the amount is small or less than expected. In such sentences, a place or scope often appears before 就 (jiù).
Examples
房间里就一张床。
Fángjiān lǐ jiù yì zhāng chuáng.
There is only one bed in the room.
Examples
房间里就一张床。
Fángjiān lǐ jiù yì zhāng chuáng.
There is only one bed in the room.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you express “Expressing "small quantity" with "就 (jiù)"” in Chinese?
Use the structure: Place / Scope + 就 (jiù) + Quantity + Noun. For example: 房间里就一张床。 — “There is only one bed in the room.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
房间里就一张床。 — “There is only one bed in the room.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 4.
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