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    Using 如此 (rúcǐ) to express "in this way" or "so much"

    Degree & Intensity
    Manner & Method

    Structure

    如此 + Adjective/Verb

    Explanation

    如此 (rúcǐ) means "in this way," "so," or "to such a degree" and is a more formal or literary way to say 这么 or 这样. It is used to emphasize the extent or manner of something, often in written or storytelling contexts.

    Examples

    • 没想到他如此优秀。

      Méi xiǎngdào tā rúcǐ yōuxiù.

      I didn't expect him to be so outstanding.

    • 事情并非如此简单。

      Shìqíng bìngfēi rúcǐ jiǎndān.

      The matter is not that simple.

    • 如此美丽的风景，让人舍不得离开。

      Rúcǐ měilì de fēngjǐng, ràng rén shěbude líkāi.

      Such beautiful scenery makes people reluctant to leave.

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