How to say “is” in Chinese with 是 (shì)
A + 是 (shì) + B
是 (shì) — “is” in Chinese
A + 是 (shì) + B
HSK 1Basics是 (shì) — “is” in Chinese
Rule structure
The linking verb 是 (shì) can be translated as "to be". 是 (shì) is used to equate nouns or noun phrases but can't connect a noun with an adjective.
Rule structure
The linking verb 是 (shì) can be translated as "to be". 是 (shì) is used to equate nouns or noun phrases but can't connect a noun with an adjective.
Examples
他是老师。
Tā shì lǎoshī.
He is a teacher.
Examples
他是老师。
Tā shì lǎoshī.
He is a teacher.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say ““is” in Chinese” in Chinese with 是?
Use the structure: A + 是 (shì) + B. For example: 他是老师。 — “He is a teacher.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
他是老师。 — “He is a teacher.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 1.
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