How to say “all” in Chinese with 都 (dōu)
都 (dōu) + Verb / Adj.
The "all" adverb "都 (dōu)"
都 (dōu) + Verb / Adj.
HSK 1AdverbsThe "all" adverb "都 (dōu)"
Rule structure
The adverb 都 (dōu) is used for generalization and indicates that an action or state applies to all members of a mentioned group. 都 (dōu) must be placed after the subject or the listed items (the ones that "all" refers to) and before the predicate (verb or adjective).
Rule structure
The adverb 都 (dōu) is used for generalization and indicates that an action or state applies to all members of a mentioned group. 都 (dōu) must be placed after the subject or the listed items (the ones that "all" refers to) and before the predicate (verb or adjective).
Examples
我们都是学生。
Wǒmen dōu shì xuésheng.
We are all students.
Examples
我们都是学生。
Wǒmen dōu shì xuésheng.
We are all students.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you express “The "all" adverb "都 (dōu)"” in Chinese?
Use the structure: 都 (dōu) + Verb / Adj.. For example: 我们都是学生。 — “We are all students.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
我们都是学生。 — “We are all students.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 1.
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