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    Expressing "more" with 多 (duō) as an adverb

    HSK 3
    Degree & Intensity
    Suggestion & Advice

    Structure

    Subject + 多 + Verb + Object

    Explanation

    多 (duō) as an adverb means "more" and is placed before a verb to encourage or suggest increasing the frequency or extent of an action. It is commonly used in imperative or suggestive sentences. This adverbial usage is typical in spoken Chinese for giving friendly advice.

    Examples

    • 你要多喝水，天气太热了。

      Nǐ yào duō hē shuǐ, tiānqì tài rè le.

      You should drink more water — the weather is too hot.

    • 多练习口语，进步会很快的。

      Duō liànxí kǒuyǔ, jìnbù huì hěn kuài de.

      Practice speaking more, and you'll improve quickly.

    • 周末多陪陪家人吧。

      Zhōumò duō péipéi jiārén ba.

      Spend more time with your family on the weekend.

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