极其
jí qí
Extremely, exceedingly
极其 (jí qí) — extremely
极其 (jíqí) + Adj./Stative Verb
HSK 53.0
Pattern diagram
Who / what极其Adjective
Rule structure
极其 (jíqí) is a formal degree adverb meaning "extremely, exceedingly". It is placed before an adjective or a stative verb to express an extremely high degree.
Rule structure
极其 (jíqí) is a formal degree adverb meaning "extremely, exceedingly". It is placed before an adjective or a stative verb to express an extremely high degree.
Examples
这个办法极其简单。
Zhège bànfǎ jíqí jiǎndān.
This method is extremely simple.
Examples
这个办法极其简单。
Zhège bànfǎ jíqí jiǎndān.
This method is extremely simple.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say “extremely” in Chinese with 极其?
Use the structure: 极其 (jíqí) + Adj./Stative Verb. For example: 这个办法极其简单。 — “This method is extremely simple”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
这个办法极其简单。 — “This method is extremely simple”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 3.0 Level 5.
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