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    Chinese Grammar

    Expressing "well-behaved" with 乖巧 (guāiqiǎo)

    Description & Modification

    Structure

    乖巧 + 的 + Noun

    Explanation

    乖巧 (guāiqiǎo) means "well-behaved," "clever," or "obedient." It is often used to describe children who are docile, sensible, and pleasing in their conduct. It carries a positive connotation of being both smart and well-mannered.

    Examples

    • 这个小女孩特别乖巧，从不让人操心。

      zhège xiǎo nǚhái tèbié guāiqiǎo, cóng bú ràng rén cāoxīn.

      This little girl is especially well-behaved and never causes anyone to worry.

    • 他家的孩子又聪明又乖巧。

      tā jiā de háizi yòu cōngmíng yòu guāiqiǎo.

      His children are both smart and well-behaved.

    • 小狗安静地趴在脚边，非常乖巧。

      xiǎo gǒu ānjìng de pā zài jiǎo biān, fēicháng guāiqiǎo.

      The puppy lay quietly by the feet, very well-behaved.

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