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    Describing all kinds of with 各式各样 (gèshì gèyàng)

    Description & Modification
    Numbers & Quantity

    Structure

    各式各样 + 的 + Noun

    Explanation

    The adjective 各式各样 (gèshì gèyàng) means "all kinds of" or "various," emphasizing a wide variety of different types or styles. It is placed before 的 and a noun to describe diverse items within a category. It is more expressive than 各种 and adds a sense of richness and diversity.

    Examples

    • 这条街上有各式各样的小吃,让人眼花缭乱。

      zhè tiáo jiē shàng yǒu gè shì gè yàng de xiǎochī, ràng rén yǎnhuāliáoluàn.

      This street has all kinds of snacks, making it dazzling.

    • 商场里摆满了各式各样的节日礼物。

      shāngchǎng lǐ bǎi mǎn le gè shì gè yàng de jiérì lǐwù.

      The mall was filled with all kinds of holiday gifts.

    • 她的书架上放着各式各样的小说和杂志。

      tā de shūjià shàng fàng zhe gè shì gè yàng de xiǎoshuō hé zázhì.

      Her bookshelf had all kinds of novels and magazines.

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