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    Expressing 'this' with 这 (zhè)

    Numbers & Quantity
    Topic & Focus

    Structure

    这 + Classifier + Noun

    Explanation

    这 (zhè) is a demonstrative pronoun and determiner meaning "this." It is used to point to something nearby or currently being discussed, and it must be followed by a classifier before a noun in standard usage. It can also stand alone or with a classifier to refer to something without naming it explicitly.

    Examples

    • 这件衣服多少钱？

      Zhè jiàn yīfu duōshao qián?

      How much is this piece of clothing?

    • 这个想法真不错，我们可以试试。

      Zhège xiǎngfǎ zhēn búcuò, wǒmen kěyǐ shìshi.

      This idea is really good; we can give it a try.

    • 你看这本书，写得特别好。

      Nǐ kàn zhè běn shū, xiě de tèbié hǎo.

      Look at this book; it's written especially well.

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