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    Expressing "equality" with 同等 (tóngděng)

    Comparison
    Degree & Intensity

    Structure

    与 + Noun + 同等 + 的 + Noun

    Explanation

    同等 (tóngděng) means "equal" or "equivalent," describing things that share the same level, status, or degree. It is used as an adjective to modify nouns, often in formal contexts discussing rights, treatment, or qualifications. It emphasizes parity between two or more items being compared.

    Examples

    • 每个员工都应该享有同等的晋升机会。

      Měi ge yuángōng dōu yīnggāi xiǎngyǒu tóngděng de jìnshēng jīhuì.

      Every employee should enjoy equal opportunities for promotion.

    • 这两所学校的毕业证书具有同等效力。

      Zhè liǎng suǒ xuéxiào de bìyè zhèngshū jùyǒu tóngděng xiàolì.

      The diplomas from these two schools carry equal validity.

    • 不管背景如何，大家都应该得到同等的尊重。

      Bùguǎn bèijǐng rúhé, dàjiā dōu yīnggāi dédào tóngděng de zūnzhòng.

      Regardless of one's background, everyone should receive equal respect.

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