How to say “simply” in Chinese
simply (intensifier)
“Simply” in Chinese is 简直, jiǎn zhí: the meaning, a recording of how it sounds, the characters stroke by stroke and examples.
How to pronounce it
简直 is read jiǎn zhí: 2 syllables. The tone is part of the word: with another melody you get another word, or just a jumble of sounds.
How to write it
On top, 竹 “bamboo”; below, 间 jiān hints at the sound.
Inside, 目 “eye”.
Strokes go in order: top to bottom and left to right, horizontal before vertical. Tap a character to open its page, with the strokes shown large and the words it appears in. To train your hand, print a handwriting sheet for “简直”.
Examples
Sentences from the course lessons with 简直. Tap the sound icon to listen.
- 这部电影简直太精彩了zhèbùdiànyǐngjiǎnzhítàijīngcǎileThis film is simply amazing!
- 这简直是个奇迹zhèjiǎnzhíshìgeqíjìIt's simply a miracle!
More words from the lesson “How did you like the film?”
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say “simply” in Chinese?
“Simply” in Chinese is 简直, pinyin jiǎnzhí.
What does 简直 mean?
简直 (jiǎnzhí) means “simply (intensifier)”.
How do you write 简直?
简直 is 2 characters: 简 (jiǎn) — simple; 直 (zhí) — straight; all along. The stroke order of each one is shown step by step on this page.
How do you pronounce 简直?
简直 is read jiǎnzhí. Tones: jiǎn — third tone, zhí — second tone. The page has a native speaker recording.
“simply” in the lesson “How did you like the film?”
This word is from the topic “Opinions and arguments” of HSK 5. In the lesson you hear it in a dialogue, build a sentence with it and say it out loud. Start for free, no sign-up needed.
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