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How to say “how very…” in Chinese with 多 (duō)

多 (duō) + Adj. (+啊 (a))

Intensifying with "多 (duō)"

HSK 3Adverbs with Adjectives

Rule structure

多 (duō) + Adjective in exclamations means "how [Adjective]!" It is used to express strong feeling or surprise about a degree.

Examples

你看，他跑得多快啊！

Nǐ kàn, tā pǎo de duō kuài a!

Look how fast he's running!

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Frequently asked questions

How do you express “Intensifying with "多 (duō)"” in Chinese?

Use the structure: 多 (duō) + Adj. (+啊 (a)). For example: 你看，他跑得多快啊！ — “Look how fast he's running!”.

What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?

你看，他跑得多快啊！ — “Look how fast he's running!”.

Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?

This grammar rule is part of HSK 3.

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