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    Chinese Grammar

    Simple "adjective" sentences with 很 (hěn)

    HSK 1
    Description & Modification

    Structure

    Subject + 很 + Adjective

    Explanation

    In Chinese, when describing a noun with an adjective in a simple statement, 很 (hěn) is typically placed before the adjective. Without 很 or another adverb, using just "Subject + Adjective" often implies a comparison rather than a plain description.

    Examples

    • 今天天气很好。

      Jīntiān tiānqì hěn hǎo.

      The weather is very nice today.

    • 这个地方很安静,适合看书。

      Zhège dìfāng hěn ānjìng, shìhé kàn shū.

      This place is very quiet—it's suitable for reading.

    • 她的妹妹很可爱。

      Tā de mèimei hěn kě'ài.

      Her younger sister is very cute.