How to say “even if…” in Chinese with 哪怕 (nǎpà)
哪怕 (nǎpà)⋯⋯，也 (yě)⋯⋯
哪怕 (nǎ pà) — even if…
哪怕 (nǎpà)⋯⋯，也 (yě)⋯⋯
HSK 5"Even If" Statements哪怕 (nǎ pà) — even if…
Rule structure
哪怕 (nǎpà) is a more formal/literary "even if". It emphasizes an extreme or minimal condition.
Rule structure
哪怕 (nǎpà) is a more formal/literary "even if". It emphasizes an extreme or minimal condition.
Examples
哪怕只有一线希望，我们也要争取。
Nǎpà zhǐyǒu yī xiàn xīwàng, wǒmen yě yào zhēngqǔ.
Even if there is only a glimmer of hope, we must strive for it.
Examples
哪怕只有一线希望，我们也要争取。
Nǎpà zhǐyǒu yī xiàn xīwàng, wǒmen yě yào zhēngqǔ.
Even if there is only a glimmer of hope, we must strive for it.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say “even if…” in Chinese with 哪怕?
Use the structure: 哪怕 (nǎpà)⋯⋯，也 (yě)⋯⋯. For example: 哪怕只有一线希望，我们也要争取。 — “Even if there is only a glimmer of hope, we must strive for it.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
哪怕只有一线希望，我们也要争取。 — “Even if there is only a glimmer of hope, we must strive for it.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 5.
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