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    Referring to 'this' with 这 (zhè)

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    Structure

    这 + Measure Word + Noun

    Explanation

    这 (zhè) is a demonstrative pronoun meaning "this." It is used to point to something nearby or currently being discussed. For example, 这是最好的礼物 means "this is the best gift."

    Examples

    • 这是我最喜欢的一首歌。

      Zhè shì wǒ zuì xǐhuan de yì shǒu gē.

      This is my favorite song.

    • 这个地方我以前来过。

      Zhège dìfang wǒ yǐqián lái guò.

      I've been to this place before.

    • 这就是你说的那家餐厅吗？

      Zhè jiù shì nǐ shuō de nà jiā cāntīng ma?

      Is this the restaurant you were talking about?

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