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    Using 足以 (zúyǐ) to express "sufficient to"

    Degree & Intensity

    Structure

    Subject + 足以 + Verb + Object

    Explanation

    足以 (zúyǐ) is a formal verb phrase meaning "sufficient to" or "enough to." It is placed before a verb to indicate that something is adequate for a particular purpose. For example, 足以照亮 means "sufficient to illuminate."

    Examples

    • 这些证据足以证明他是无辜的。

      Zhèxiē zhèngjù zúyǐ zhèngmíng tā shì wúgū de.

      This evidence is sufficient to prove his innocence.

    • 她的经验足以胜任这份工作。

      Tā de jīngyàn zúyǐ shèngrèn zhè fèn gōngzuò.

      Her experience is sufficient for this job.

    • 一杯咖啡足以让我精神一整天。

      Yī bēi kāfēi zúyǐ ràng wǒ jīngshén yī zhěng tiān.

      A cup of coffee is enough to keep me energized all day.

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