How to say “two or three” in Chinese with 两
Number 1 + Number 2
两 (liǎng) — approximating with sequential numbers
Number 1 + Number 2
HSK 3Numbers两 (liǎng) — approximating with sequential numbers
Rule structure
Two neighboring numbers can express an approximate quantity. This form gives a small range or estimate rather than an exact number, usually when precision is not important.
Rule structure
Two neighboring numbers can express an approximate quantity. This form gives a small range or estimate rather than an exact number, usually when precision is not important.
Examples
两三个人。
Liǎng sān gè rén.
Two or three people.
Examples
两三个人。
Liǎng sān gè rén.
Two or three people.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say “approximating with sequential numbers” in Chinese with 两?
Use the structure: Number 1 + Number 2. For example: 两三个人。 — “Two or three people.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
两三个人。 — “Two or three people.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 3.
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