How to say “could it be that” in Chinese with 莫非 (mòfēi)
莫非 (mòfēi) + Speculation?
莫非 (mò fēi) — could it be that
莫非 (mòfēi) + Speculation?
HSK 6Sentence patterns莫非 (mò fēi) — could it be that
Rule structure
莫非 (mòfēi) is a formal/literary equivalent of 难道 (nándào). It expresses a surprised conjecture, often with a tone of disbelief. "Could it be that…?".
Rule structure
莫非 (mòfēi) is a formal/literary equivalent of 难道 (nándào). It expresses a surprised conjecture, often with a tone of disbelief. "Could it be that…?".
Examples
莫非他生病了？
Mòfēi tā shēngbìng le?
Could it be that he’s sick?
Examples
莫非他生病了？
Mòfēi tā shēngbìng le?
Could it be that he’s sick?
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say “could it be that” in Chinese with 莫非?
Use the structure: 莫非 (mòfēi) + Speculation?. For example: 莫非他生病了？ — “Could it be that he’s sick?”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
莫非他生病了？ — “Could it be that he’s sick?”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 6.
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岂不是 — isn't it…?
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