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    Expressing 'more' or 'a greater amount' with 更多 (gèngduō)

    Comparison
    Numbers & Quantity

    Structure

    更多 + Noun

    Explanation

    更多 (gèngduō) means 'more' or 'a greater amount,' combining the comparative marker 更 with 多 (many/much). It is used to indicate a larger quantity or degree compared to a previous reference point.

    Examples

    • 我希望能有更多的时间陪家人。

      Wǒ xīwàng néng yǒu gèng duō de shíjiān péi jiārén.

      I hope to have more time to spend with my family.

    • 这个城市需要更多的公共交通。

      Zhège chéngshì xūyào gèng duō de gōnggòng jiāotōng.

      This city needs more public transportation.

    • 你应该读更多的书来开阔视野。

      Nǐ yīnggāi dú gèng duō de shū lái kāikuò shìyě.

      You should read more books to broaden your horizons.

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