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    Expressing "relatively" with 比较 (bǐjiào) as a bound modifier

    HSK 3
    Comparison
    Degree & Intensity

    Structure

    比较 + Modifier + Noun

    Explanation

    比较 can appear as a bound element modifying another word, meaning "comparatively" or "relatively." In this form it functions as part of a compound expression rather than standing alone. It maintains its core meaning of indicating a moderate or comparative degree.

    Examples

    • 这是一个比较困难的决定。

      Zhè shì yíge bǐjiào kùnnán de juédìng.

      This is a relatively difficult decision.

    • 她提出了一个比较合理的方案。

      Tā tíchūle yíge bǐjiào hélǐ de fāng'àn.

      She proposed a relatively reasonable plan.

    • 我们需要找一个比较安静的地方谈话。

      Wǒmen xūyào zhǎo yíge bǐjiào ānjìng de dìfang tánhuà.

      We need to find a relatively quiet place to talk.

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