最
zuì
Most
How to say “the most” in Chinese with 最 (zuì)
最 (zuì) + Adj. (+ 了 (le))
最 (zuì) — superlative “most”
HSK 2Adverbs with Adjectives
最 (zuì) + Adj. (+ 了 (le))
HSK 2Adverbs with Adjectives最 (zuì) — superlative “most”
Rule structure
最 (zuì) is placed directly before an adjective or some adverbs to express the superlative degree, meaning "the most." It is used to compare three or more items or a subject against all others in its category.
Rule structure
最 (zuì) is placed directly before an adjective or some adverbs to express the superlative degree, meaning "the most." It is used to compare three or more items or a subject against all others in its category.
Examples
他最高。
Tā zuì gāo.
He is the tallest.
这本书最有趣。
Zhè běnshū zuì yǒuqù.
This book is the most interesting.
她是最聪明的学生。
Tā shì zuì cōngmíng de xuéshēng.
She is the smartest student.
Examples
他最高。
Tā zuì gāo.
He is the tallest.
这本书最有趣。
Zhè běnshū zuì yǒuqù.
This book is the most interesting.
她是最聪明的学生。
Tā shì zuì cōngmíng de xuéshēng.
She is the smartest student.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say “superlative ‘most’” in Chinese with 最?
Use the structure: 最 (zuì) + Adj. (+ 了 (le)). For example: 他最高。 — “He is the tallest”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
他最高。 — “He is the tallest”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 2.
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