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How to say “this” and “that” in Chinese with 这 (zhè) and 那 (nà)

这 (zhè) / 那 (nà) + Measure Word (+ Noun)

Measure words with "this" and "that"

HSK 2Numbers and Measure Words

Rule structure

After the demonstratives 这 (zhè) and 那 (nà), a measure word is usually placed before the noun. This structure is used to point to a specific object, person, or group of things.

Examples

这个人是我哥哥。

Zhè gè rén shì wǒ gēge.

This person is my older brother.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you express “Measure words with "this" and "that"” in Chinese?

Use the structure: 这 (zhè) / 那 (nà) + Measure Word (+ Noun). For example: 这个人是我哥哥。 — “This person is my older brother.”.

What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?

这个人是我哥哥。 — “This person is my older brother.”.

Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?

This grammar rule is part of HSK 2.

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