How to say “take X as Y” in Chinese with 以…为…
以 (yǐ) + Noun 1 + 为 (wèi) + Noun 2
以 (yǐ) 为 (wéi) — take as, regard as
以 (yǐ) + Noun 1 + 为 (wèi) + Noun 2
HSK 4Sentence Patterns以 (yǐ) 为 (wéi) — take as, regard as
Rule structure
以 (yǐ)…为 (wèi)… is a formal pattern meaning "take A as B, regard A as B". It expresses roles, criteria, or opinions.
Rule structure
以 (yǐ)…为 (wèi)… is a formal pattern meaning "take A as B, regard A as B". It expresses roles, criteria, or opinions.
Examples
我们以诚信为原则。
Wǒmen yǐ chéngxìn wéi yuánzé.
We take honesty as our principle.
Examples
我们以诚信为原则。
Wǒmen yǐ chéngxìn wéi yuánzé.
We take honesty as our principle.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say “take as, regard as” in Chinese with 以 为?
Use the structure: 以 (yǐ) + Noun 1 + 为 (wèi) + Noun 2. For example: 我们以诚信为原则。 — “We take honesty as our principle.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
我们以诚信为原则。 — “We take honesty as our principle.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 4.
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