Using 的 (de) to express certainty in Chinese
Statement + 的 (de)
的 (de) — modal particle for certainty
Statement + 的 (de)
HSK 4Particles的 (de) — modal particle for certainty
Rule structure
的 (de) at the end of a sentence functions as a modal particle to express affirmation, certainty, or emphasis. It does not indicate possession.
Rule structure
的 (de) at the end of a sentence functions as a modal particle to express affirmation, certainty, or emphasis. It does not indicate possession.
Examples
我会帮你忙的。
Wǒ huì bāng nǐ máng de.
I will definitely help you.
Examples
我会帮你忙的。
Wǒ huì bāng nǐ máng de.
I will definitely help you.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say “modal particle for certainty” in Chinese with 的?
Use the structure: Statement + 的 (de). For example: 我会帮你忙的。 — “I will definitely help you.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
我会帮你忙的。 — “I will definitely help you.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 4.
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