How to say “while it’s still…” in Chinese with 趁 (chèn)
趁 (chèn) + Opportunity / Time, Main Clause
Opportune timing with "趁 (chèn)"
趁 (chèn) + Opportunity / Time, Main Clause
HSK 5PrepositionsOpportune timing with "趁 (chèn)"
Rule structure
趁 (chèn) means "to take advantage of (a favorable time/opportunity)". It indicates that one should act while conditions are optimal.
Rule structure
趁 (chèn) means "to take advantage of (a favorable time/opportunity)". It indicates that one should act while conditions are optimal.
Examples
趁热吃。
Chèn rè chī.
Eat it while it’s hot.
Examples
趁热吃。
Chèn rè chī.
Eat it while it’s hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you express “Opportune timing with "趁 (chèn)"” in Chinese?
Use the structure: 趁 (chèn) + Opportunity / Time, Main Clause. For example: 趁热吃。 — “Eat it while it’s hot.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
趁热吃。 — “Eat it while it’s hot.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 5.
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