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    Chinese Grammar

    Counting places with 处 (chù)

    Location & Position
    Numbers & Quantity

    Structure

    Number + 处 + Noun

    Explanation

    处 (chù) is a measure word used to count places, locations, or sites. It is used when specifying a number of locations or spots, as in 一处 (one place) or 几处 (several places).

    Examples

    • 这座古城有好几处值得参观的历史遗迹。

      Zhè zuò gǔchéng yǒu hǎo jǐ chù zhídé cānguān de lìshǐ yíjì.

      This ancient city has several historical sites worth visiting.

    • 地图上标出了三处适合露营的地点。

      Dìtú shàng biāochū le sān chù shìhé lùyíng de dìdiǎn.

      The map marks three locations suitable for camping.

    • 检查发现这栋楼有多处需要维修的地方。

      Jiǎnchá fāxiàn zhè dòng lóu yǒu duō chù xūyào wéixiū de dìfāng.

      The inspection found that this building has multiple areas in need of repair.

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