How to say “um…” in Chinese with 那个 (nèige)
⋯⋯那个 (nèige)⋯⋯
The filler word "那个 (nèige)"
⋯⋯那个 (nèige)⋯⋯
HSK 2ConjunctionsThe filler word "那个 (nèige)"
Rule structure
那个 (nèige) is commonly used as a filler word or hesitation marker in spoken Chinese, similar to "um," "uh," or "like" in English. It helps speakers pause to think.
Rule structure
那个 (nèige) is commonly used as a filler word or hesitation marker in spoken Chinese, similar to "um," "uh," or "like" in English. It helps speakers pause to think.
Examples
我……那个……忘了。
Wǒ… nèige… wàng le.
I… um… forgot.
Examples
我……那个……忘了。
Wǒ… nèige… wàng le.
I… um… forgot.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you express “The filler word "那个 (nèige)"” in Chinese?
Use the structure: ⋯⋯那个 (nèige)⋯⋯. For example: 我……那个……忘了。 — “I… um… forgot.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
我……那个……忘了。 — “I… um… forgot.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 2.
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