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    Using 舒服 (shūfu) to express "comfortable"

    Degree & Intensity
    Description & Modification

    Structure

    很 + 舒服 / 不 + 舒服

    Explanation

    The adjective 舒服 (shūfu) means "comfortable" and describes a state of physical or emotional ease. It can be used with 很 for emphasis, as in 很舒服 (very comfortable), or negated as 不舒服 (uncomfortable), which is also a common way to say "feeling unwell." It applies to physical sensations, environments, and emotional states.

    Examples

    • 这张沙发坐起来特别舒服。

      Zhè zhāng shāfā zuò qǐlái tèbié shūfu.

      This sofa is especially comfortable to sit on.

    • 今天有点不舒服，可能感冒了。

      Jīntiān yǒudiǎn bù shūfu, kěnéng gǎnmào le.

      I'm feeling a bit unwell today; I might have a cold.

    • 泡完热水澡后，整个人都很舒服。

      Pào wán rè shuǐ zǎo hòu, zhěnggè rén dōu hěn shūfu.

      After soaking in a hot bath, I felt completely relaxed.

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