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How to say “so-called” in Chinese with 所谓 (suǒwèi)

所谓 (suǒwèi) + Noun Phrase

Expressing "so-called" with "所谓 (suǒwèi)"

HSK 5Sentence Patterns

Rule structure

所谓 (suǒwèi) means "so-called". It often implies doubt, sarcasm, or that the term is misused or misunderstood.

Examples

这就是所谓的自由吗？

Zhè jiùshì suǒwèi de zìyóu ma?

Is this so-called freedom?

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Frequently asked questions

How do you express “Expressing "so-called" with "所谓 (suǒwèi)"” in Chinese?

Use the structure: 所谓 (suǒwèi) + Noun Phrase. For example: 这就是所谓的自由吗？ — “Is this so-called freedom?”.

What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?

这就是所谓的自由吗？ — “Is this so-called freedom?”.

Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?

This grammar rule is part of HSK 5.

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