简单句
jiǎn dān jù
Simple sentences · trad. 簡單句
简单句 (jiǎndān jù) is a grammatical term referring to a simple sentence in Mandarin Chinese. It typically consists of a single independent clause, expressing one complete thought, and is fundamental for building more complex sentences.
When to use it
Neutral and technical. This term is most commonly used in language learning, grammar discussions, or linguistic contexts. For a more general or less formal reference to short or easy-to-understand sentences, you might use 短句 (duǎnjù).
How to pronounce it
Sounds like “jyen-DAHN-joo.” 简 (jiǎn) is a dipping third tone, 单 (dān) is a high flat first tone, and 句 (jù) is a sharp falling fourth tone.
Other ways to say it
- 基本句型jī běn jù xíngbasic sentence pattern
- 短句duǎn jùshort sentence
- 基础句jī chǔ jùbasic sentence
Examples
我们先学习简单句。
wǒ men xiān xué xí jiǎn dān jù 。
Let's learn simple sentences first.
这是一个典型的简单句。
zhè shì yí gè diǎn xíng de jiǎn dān jù 。
This is a typical simple sentence.
请用简单句回答这个问题。
qǐng yòng jiǎn dān jù huí dá zhè ge wèn tí 。
Please answer this question using simple sentences.
Pro tip: Chinese simple sentences often follow a Subject-Verb-Object (SVO) structure, similar to English. Mastering these basic patterns is crucial before moving on to more complex sentence structures.
Related phrases
常用语 · Basic phrases常用短语 · Common phrases重要短语 · Important phrases
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