Chinese · word
的
de
(particle)
/tə/particle
Meanings
- particle · A1
Used after a noun, pronoun, or descriptive phrase to indicate possession or modification.
这是我的电脑。
- particle · A1
Used after words like 好 (hǎo) or 是 (shì) to form affirmative expressions of agreement or confirmation.
好的，我现在就去。
- particle · A2
Used after an adjective, verb, or phrase to substitute for an omitted noun.
我喜欢红的。
Appears in 72 scenarios
Greet a neighborSay hello, ask how they are, and say goodbye. Introduce yourselfSay your name, where you are from, and greet someone new. Order a coffeeOrder your drink at the counter and say how you want it. Pay at the caféPay with your card and say goodbye politely. Ask for the restroomAsk an employee where to find the restroom. Ask for a priceAsk the shopkeeper how much an item costs.
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