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    Expressing a classifier for scenes with 幕 (mù)

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    Structure

    Number + 幕

    Explanation

    幕 (mù) is a measure word (classifier) used for scenes, acts in a play, or memorable moments. It is used with a number or demonstrative to count distinct scenes or dramatic moments. For example, 一幕 means 'one scene' or 'a single episode.'

    Examples

    • 这一幕让在场的所有人都感动了。

      zhè yí mù ràng zàichǎng de suǒyǒu rén dōu gǎndòng le.

      This scene moved everyone present.

    • 电影里最精彩的一幕是结尾的对话。

      diànyǐng lǐ zuì jīngcǎi de yí mù shì jiéwěi de duìhuà.

      The most brilliant scene in the movie is the dialogue at the end.

    • 那天发生的一幕我到现在都忘不了。

      nà tiān fāshēng de yí mù wǒ dào xiànzài dōu wàng bù liǎo.

      I still can't forget what happened that day.

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