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How to modify nouns with a phrase and 的 (de)

Phrase + 的 (de) + Noun

Modifying nouns with phrase + "的 (de)"

HSK 2Adverbs with Adjectives

Rule structure

The particle 的 (de) is used to create attributive phrases that modify nouns. The structure is Modifying Phrase + 的 (de) + Noun. The phrase can be an adjective, a verb phrase, or even a clause.

Examples

我买的书。

Wǒ mǎi de shū.

The book that I bought.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you express “Modifying nouns with phrase + "的 (de)"” in Chinese?

Use the structure: Phrase + 的 (de) + Noun. For example: 我买的书。 — “The book that I bought.”.

What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?

我买的书。 — “The book that I bought.”.

Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?

This grammar rule is part of HSK 2.

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