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    Expressing "compared to" with 比起 (bǐqǐ)

    HSK 4
    Comparison

    Structure

    比起 + B (+ 来说), A + Predicate

    Explanation

    比起 means "compared to" and is placed before the item being compared against, with the main clause stating the contrast or preference. It is used to draw explicit comparisons between two things, often followed by 来说 for a smoother transition. For example, 比起坐车，我更喜欢走路 means "compared to taking a car, I prefer walking."

    Examples

    • 比起在家做饭，我更喜欢出去吃。

      Bǐqǐ zài jiā zuòfàn, wǒ gèng xǐhuān chūqù chī.

      Compared to cooking at home, I prefer eating out.

    • 比起夏天来说，我觉得秋天更舒服。

      Bǐqǐ xiàtiān lái shuō, wǒ juéde qiūtiān gèng shūfu.

      Compared to summer, I think autumn is more comfortable.

    • 比起看电影，她更爱看书。

      Bǐqǐ kàn diànyǐng, tā gèng ài kànshū.

      Compared to watching movies, she prefers reading books.

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