Adjective Tag
A collection of words categorized under the tag 'adjective', used to describe or modify a noun.
晚 (wǎn)
late
The Chinese word '晚' is used to express the concept of something being late or delayed. It can also denote the concept of being late at night. It is commonly used in various sentences, as in '你为什么总是那么晚?' which translates to 'Why are you always so late?'
晚上 (wǎnshàng)
evening
The Chinese term for 'evening' is '晚上', which is used to denote the period of time from sunset to bedtime (roughly). In many contexts, '晚上' can also refer to 'night', as the distinction between 'evening' and 'night' is not as clear in Chinese as it is in English.
Example sentences with 晚上 →普通 (pǔ tōng)
ordinary
The Chinese word '普通' is used to describe something that is common or normal, not special in any way. It could be used in various contexts, such as describing people, objects or even situations. It is similar to how we use the word 'ordinary' in English.
更多 (gèng duō)
more
The Chinese term '更多' is mostly used to express the concept of 'more' in English. It's used when you want to indicate a greater or additional amount or degree of something.
更好 (gèng hǎo)
better
The Chinese word '更好' is used similarly to the English word 'better' and can be used in a comparative context. It can be placed before nouns or adjectives to indicate a superior quality, preference or improvement. This word also can be used broadly in social, professional and grammatical contexts.
更少 (gèng shǎo)
less
The Chinese word '更少' is often used to express 'less' or 'lesser' in English, often used to compare quantities, sizes, extents or amounts. It forms part of a comparative in sentences where you want to express a degree that is below average or below the general level.
Example sentences with 更少 →替代 (tì dài)
alternative
In Chinese, the word '替代' is generally used to describe the concept of choosing another option or something different from the usual. Just like 'alternative' in English, it can refer to alternative routes, alternative methods, alternative plans, etc.
Example sentences with 替代 →有价值的 (yǒu jiàzhí de)
valuable
In Chinese, '有价值的' (yǒu jiàzhí de) is used to describe something that has worth or merit, whether that's financial, emotional, or otherwise. You might use it to describe a valuable commodity, a valuable lesson, a valuable experience, and so on.
有帮助 (yǒu bāng zhù)
helpful
In Chinese, the term '有帮助' refers to something or someone that provides aid or assistance, similar to how 'helpful' is used in English. It's used in various contexts, whether in terms of people, objects, or advice, which all may bring some form of benefit or assistance.
Example sentences with 有帮助 →有意识 (yǒu yì shí)
conscious
The Chinese word '有意识' is used similar to the English word 'conscious'. It denotes the state of being awake and able to understand what is happening around you. For instance, you can use it to describe someone who is not only physically awake, but also mentally aware of their surroundings and their actions.
Example sentences with 有意识 →有效 (yǒu xiào)
effective
The Chinese term '有效' is usually used to denote something which is effective, useful, or successful in producing a result. It is frequently used in a wide variety of contexts, including science, business, and everyday conversation, similar to how 'effective' is used in English.
Example sentences with 有效 →有用 (yǒuyòng)
useful
The Chinese word '有用' is used to describe something that is helpful or beneficial, much like the English word 'useful'. It can be applied to objects, knowledge, skills, and many other things that contribute in some way. For example, 汉语非常有用 means 'Chinese is very useful'.
Example sentences with 有用 →有罪 (yǒu zuì)
guilty
The Chinese word '有罪' is pronounced 'yǒuzuì' and it literally translates to 'have guilt'. It is used in the same context as in English: to express responsibility for a wrongdoing or crime. It can also be used to describe a guilty feeling or conscience.
有能力的 (yǒu nénglì de)
capable
'有能力的' is used to describe someone who has the power or ability to do something. It can be used in various contexts, such as '他是个有能力的领导' meaning 'He is a capable leader.'
有趣 (Yǒuqù)
interesting
The Chinese word '有趣' is used to describe something that is interesting or fun, or that which attracts one's attention or curiosity. Its usage is similar to the English word 'interesting', making it a common adjective in conversations, writings or expressions.
木制的 (mù zhì de)
wooden
The Chinese word '木制的' stands for 'wooden' in English, implying something constructed out of wood. It is used to describe anything made from wood, like a wooden chair (木制的椅子), a wooden table (木制的桌子), or a wooden house (木制的房子). Not to be mistaken with the word 'wood' (木头), which talks about the material itself.
Example sentences with 木制的 →未来 (wèi lái)
future
The Chinese word '未来' is often used to refer to the time after the present. Its usage is very similar to that of the English word 'future'. It could be used in various contexts such as discussing plans or prospects. For example, '我对未来充满了期待' means 'I am full of expectation for the future'.
本地的 (běn dì de)
native
The Chinese word for native, 本地的, is used similar to how 'native' is used in English. It can refer to a person born in a certain place or a characteristic of something belonging naturally to a certain area. It can also refer to the inherent characteristics or functionalities of objects, such as in software or technology forums.
机会 (jī huì)
chance
In Chinese, the term '机会' is associated with the opportunity or chance which is often guided by conditions, time, or circumstances. It can be contextually used like it is in English while expressing a favorable set of circumstances that presents itself as an opportunity.
材料 (cái liào)
material
In Chinese, '材料' is used to refer to material. It can be used in the same context as in English, such as referring to the stuff or things needed for something, an ingredient, or the type of fabric for clothing. Much like its English counterpart, '材料' is quite versatile.
极端 (jíduān)
extreme
The Chinese word '极端' is used to describe something that is extreme in its nature, such as behavior, attitudes, or situations. It is often used to point out significant or unusual circumstances that are far from what is considered normal or moderate.
Example sentences with 极端 →松 (sōng)
loose
The Chinese word '松' is used in the same contexts as the English word 'loose'. It can be used to describe loose clothing, loosely held objects or even abstract concepts such as loose standards or rules. It is a common adjective in Chinese.
Example sentences with 松 →柔和 (róu hé)
soft
The Chinese word for 'soft' is '柔和'. It is often used to describe things that are soft to touch or soft in nature. For instance, it could be used to describe the texture of a pillow, a person's character or demeanor, and even the gentle nature of light or sound.
Example sentences with 柔和 →标准 (biāo zhǔn)
standard
In Chinese, '标准' is used similarly to English. It signifies a level of quality or attainment. It implies a norm, guideline, or principle, which can be universally accepted as the basis of comparison or assessment in any given field or circumstance. Examples could be performance 'standards', 'standard' procedures, or 'standard' size.
根据 (gēn jù)
according
The Chinese word '根据' is used in the same context as 'according' in English. It often precedes the source or standard by which something is decided or judged. It's typically used in official, academic, or formal contexts.
棕色 (zōng sè)
brown
The word '棕色' is used in Chinese to describe the color brown. It is used the same way as it is in English, to describe objects or things which have a brown color. It could be used to describe hair color, furniture, earth, wood, etc.
Example sentences with 棕色 →楼上 (lóu shàng)
upstairs
In Chinese language, '楼上' is used to represent the upper level or upstairs of a building. It is a commonly used term in everyday conversation, typically referring to a location in a multi-story building. Just like 'upstairs' in English, it can also metaphorically refer to a higher position or status. The word can also be used to politely indicate someone who has a higher standing or position.
Example sentences with 楼上 →横过 (héng guò)
across
The Chinese word '横过' is often used to communicate the concept of moving or looking from one side to another, particularly in a sideways or diagonal way. It can refer to physically crossing over a space such as a room or street, as well as more metaphorical uses, representing moving across a range or spread of something.
Example sentences with 横过 →次要 (cì yào)
minor
In Chinese, '次要' is used to refer to something less important or secondary in nature. It can be used in various context such as subjects, items, details etc. The usage is quite similar to its English equivalent.
Example sentences with 次要 →正常 (zhèng cháng)
normal
The Chinese word '正常' is equivalent to 'normal' in English. It is used to express usual or average state of most things in various contexts - psychologically, physically, socially, and many others. It could be used to describe regular conditions ranging from health status to weather conditions.
Example sentences with 正常 →