Chinese Grammar Reference logo

    Chinese Grammar

    Referring to 'sign' or 'indication' with 迹象 (jìxiàng)

    Description & Modification
    Existence & Possession

    Structure

    没有 + Noun + 的 + 迹象

    Explanation

    The noun 迹象 (jìxiàng) means 'sign,' 'indication,' or 'trace,' referring to observable evidence that suggests something has happened or might happen. It is a formal word often used in investigative, medical, or analytical contexts. 迹象 frequently appears with 没有 to indicate the absence of evidence.

    Examples

    • 现场没有发现任何打斗的迹象。

      xiànchǎng méiyǒu fāxiàn rènhé dǎdòu de jìxiàng.

      No signs of a struggle were found at the scene.

    • 种种迹象表明,经济正在逐步恢复。

      zhǒngzhǒng jìxiàng biǎomíng, jīngjì zhèngzài zhúbù huīfù.

      All signs indicate that the economy is gradually recovering.

    • 医生说目前没有感染的迹象,可以放心。

      yīshēng shuō mùqián méiyǒu gǎnrǎn de jìxiàng, kěyǐ fàngxīn.

      The doctor said there are currently no signs of infection, so there's nothing to worry about.