How to say “as expected” in Chinese with 果然 (guǒrán)
果然 (guǒrán) + Result (matching expectation)
果然 (guǒ rán) — as expected
果然 (guǒrán) + Result (matching expectation)
HSK 6Adverbs果然 (guǒ rán) — as expected
Rule structure
果然 (guǒrán) means "as expected, indeed". It confirms that the outcome matches what was anticipated. Often used at the beginning of the second clause.
Rule structure
果然 (guǒrán) means "as expected, indeed". It confirms that the outcome matches what was anticipated. Often used at the beginning of the second clause.
Examples
天气预报说会下雨，果然下雨了。
Tiānqì yùbào shuō huì xià yǔ, guǒrán xià yǔ le.
The weather forecast said it would rain, and sure enough it rained.
Examples
天气预报说会下雨，果然下雨了。
Tiānqì yùbào shuō huì xià yǔ, guǒrán xià yǔ le.
The weather forecast said it would rain, and sure enough it rained.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say “as expected” in Chinese with 果然?
Use the structure: 果然 (guǒrán) + Result (matching expectation). For example: 天气预报说会下雨，果然下雨了。 — “The weather forecast said it would rain, and sure enough it rained.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
天气预报说会下雨，果然下雨了。 — “The weather forecast said it would rain, and sure enough it rained.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 6.
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