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    Using 不止 (bùzhǐ) to express more than or not limited to

    Comparison
    Degree & Intensity

    Structure

    不止 + Number + Measure Word + Noun

    Explanation

    不止 (bùzhǐ) means "more than" or "not limited to" and is used as an adjective or adverb. It indicates that a quantity, number, or scope exceeds what is stated, emphasizing that something goes beyond a given limit.

    Examples

    • 他会的语言不止三种，至少有五种。

      Tā huì de yǔyán bùzhǐ sān zhǒng, zhìshǎo yǒu wǔ zhǒng.

      He knows more than three languages — at least five.

    • 这件事不止影响了我一个人。

      Zhè jiàn shì bùzhǐ yǐngxiǎng le wǒ yī gè rén.

      This matter affected more than just me alone.

    • 她的才华不止体现在音乐方面。

      Tā de cáihuá bùzhǐ tǐxiàn zài yīnyuè fāngmiàn.

      Her talent is reflected in more than just music.

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