How to say “through” in Chinese with 通过 (tōngguò)
通过 (tōngguò) + Means / Method + Verb
Expressing "through" with "通过 (tōngguò)"
通过 (tōngguò) + Means / Method + Verb
HSK 4VerbsExpressing "through" with "通过 (tōngguò)"
Rule structure
通过 (tōngguò) is a preposition meaning "through, by means of". It introduces the medium or method by which an action is accomplished.
Rule structure
通过 (tōngguò) is a preposition meaning "through, by means of". It introduces the medium or method by which an action is accomplished.
Examples
我通过朋友找到了工作。
Wǒ tōngguò péngyou zhǎo dào le gōngzuò.
I found a job through friends.
Examples
我通过朋友找到了工作。
Wǒ tōngguò péngyou zhǎo dào le gōngzuò.
I found a job through friends.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you express “Expressing "through" with "通过 (tōngguò)"” in Chinese?
Use the structure: 通过 (tōngguò) + Means / Method + Verb. For example: 我通过朋友找到了工作。 — “I found a job through friends.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
我通过朋友找到了工作。 — “I found a job through friends.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 4.
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