Adjective Tag
A collection of words categorized under the tag 'adjective', used to describe or modify a noun.
幸运 (xìng yùn)
lucky
The Chinese word '幸运' is used in context to indicate good fortune or luck. It can either be used to describe a person's good luck or to remark on a positive event. Similar to English usage, it's a common term in daily conversation or written language.
Example sentences with 幸运 →广 (guǎng)
broad
In Chinese, '广' is a significant character that is commonly used to describe a wide or extensive area. It can stand alone or combine with other characters to form words that imply a extensive or large scope, scale or capacity.
Example sentences with 广 →底部 (dǐ bù)
bottom
In Chinese, '底部' is used to describe the lowest part or the base of something. It puts emphasis on the relative location of an item within a physical space or an abstract concept. For example, '底部' can be used when referring to the bottom of a webpage, a physical object or even a ranking.
Example sentences with 底部 →延期 (yán qī)
extension
The Chinese term '延期' is usually used in a context where an existing timeline or a due date needs to be pushed back, effectively needing an extension. For example, a student might ask a professor for a '延期' if they need more time to finish an assignment.
开 (kāi)
on
In the Chinese language, '开' is a translation of the English word 'on' and it is primarily used to state that something is turned on or in operation. Its usage can be similar to the English use of 'on' as in examples like 'the light is on' or 'the computer is on', where in Chinese we may say '灯开了' or '电脑开了'.
Example sentences with 开 →开幕 (kāi mù)
opening
In Chinese, '开幕' is used to describe the beginning or start of an event, scene, or situation, akin to 'opening' in English. It is often used in formal contexts such as the opening of a meeting, an art exhibition, or a new building.
Example sentences with 开幕 →开放 (kāi fàng)
open
In Chinese, '开放' has several meanings, most of which align with the English word 'open'. It's a versatile word that could mean both physically 'open', such as open a door, and mentally 'open', such as an open-mind. The term could also be used to describe something that is in an 'open' state, like an open park. Its use would generally depend on the context in which it's used.
弱 (ruò)
weak
The Chinese word '弱' logically corresponds to the English word 'weak'. It is used in sentences where it represents a weaker state or quality, showing a lack of strength or conviction. It could be used to describe weak coffee, a weak argument, or a physically weak individual.
Example sentences with 弱 →强壮 (qiáng zhuàng)
strong
The Chinese word '强壮' corresponds to 'strong' in English. It is often used to describe someone being physically strong or robust. But it can also be used metaphorically to describes something as being powerful or potent.
强大 (qiang da)
powerful
The Chinese word '强大' (qiang da) is used as an adjective to describe someone or something that has great power, influence, or capability. It is often used in various contexts such as physical strength, influence, capabilities, etc. For example, it can be used to describe a powerful country, a powerful engine, a powerful person, etc.
Example sentences with 强大 →当前 (dāng qián)
current
The Chinese word '当前' is often used to describe something happening now or at this moment in time, basically the current state or situation. It can be used in various contexts, such as talking about current affairs (当前事务), current situation (当前局势), etc.
当地 (dāng dì)
local
The Chinese word '当地' is used similarly as 'Local' in English. It could refer to anything that is from or in a particular place, referring to a specific location or area. It's commonly used in a variety of contexts, such as '当地人' meaning 'local people', '当地食品' meaning 'local food', '当地文化' meaning 'local culture' etc.
很多 (hěn duō)
much
The word '很多' in Chinese is an adjective used to describe a large amount or number of something. It can be used in various contexts similar to the English word 'much'. For example, '我有很多书' translates to 'I have many books'.
微小 (wēi xiǎo)
tiny
The Chinese word for 'tiny' is '微小', which can be used in similar contexts as it is used in English. You could use '微小' to describe anything that is very small in size or amount including physical objects, changes, or differences.
Example sentences with 微小 →心理的 (xīn lǐ de)
psychological
The Chinese term '心理的' is the literal translation of the English word 'psychological'. It is used widely in the same context as in English, pertaining to the human mind and its functions. It can be used in situations that discuss mental characteristics, processes, and conditions. For example, in sentences describing psychological effects, behaviors, disorders, or studies.
Example sentences with 心理的 →必要 (bì yào)
necessary
In Chinese, '必要' means 'necessary'. Just like in English, it is often used to indicate something that is needed or required. For example, you might say '学习是必要的' to say 'Learning is necessary'. It is often used in formal or semi-formal sentences.
Example sentences with 必要 →必须 (bìxū)
must
The Chinese word '必须' is used in a very similar way to the English word 'must'. It expresses an obligation or requirement. It is often used in formal contexts, such as in rules, laws, or official announcements.
忙 (máng)
busy
The Chinese word for 'busy' is '忙' (máng). You can use it in sentences like '我很忙' (I'm very busy) or '他正在忙着做作业' (He is busy doing homework). It's often used in everyday conversation to describe a state of having lots to do and not having much idle time.
Example sentences with 忙 →快 (kuài)
fast
The word '快' in Chinese directly translates to 'fast' in English. It can be used to describe speed, like how quick someone is running or the speed of a car. However, it can also be used to express urgency, as in to hurry. For example, '你快走' - 'You go fast'.
快乐 (kuàilè)
happy
In Chinese, '快乐' describes a state of joy or happiness. It can be used in almost all the same contexts as its English counterpart. For example, you can wish someone a '快乐的生日'(happy birthday), or mention '我很快乐' (I am happy).
快速 (kuài sù)
quick
The Chinese word '快速' is the translation for 'quick'. It is used to describe something happening with speed or being done in a short amount of time. It can also be used to describe someone or something that moves fast.
怀孕 (huái yùn)
pregnant
The Chinese word '怀孕' is used when referring to human beings or animals that have a developing baby, or babies, inside their body. This word is typically used in a medical or personal context. Note that the term remains the same regardless of the number of babies being carried.
思考 (sī kǎo)
think
The Chinese word '思考' is often used the same way as 'think' in English. It is used to express the process of considering something in mind. Example sentence: 我正在思考这个问题 (I am thinking about this problem).
Example sentences with 思考 →性别 (xìng bié)
sexual
The Chinese word for 'sexual' is '性别'. It is used in the same contexts as in English, referring to the physical, biological, psychological and sociological characteristics associated with being male or female. Like in English, '性别' is a fundamental concept in discussions about gender identity and roles in society.
怪异 (guài yì)
weird
The Chinese word '怪异' translates to 'weird' in English. It is commonly used in Chinese language to describe something strange or different from what is normal or expected. The word can be used in a variety of contexts, similar to its English counterpart.
Example sentences with 怪异 →总数 (zǒng shù)
total
The word '总数' in Chinese directly translates to 'total' in English. It is a noun and is commonly used in conversations or writings that involve mathematics or accounting, indicating the complete quantity or sum of something. For example, '他们的总数是多少?' translates to 'What is their total?'
Example sentences with 总数 →总的来说 (zǒng de lái shuō)
overall
The Chinese word '总的来说' means 'overall'. The phrase is often used as a starting point or in concluding an overall view, opinion, or understanding about something.
Example sentences with 总的来说 →恐怖 (kǒng bù)
horror
The Chinese character '恐怖' is used in the same context as 'horror' in English. It describes an intense feeling of fear, shock, or disgust. It can be used to express personal feelings or to describe horror genre in films, books, etc.
Example sentences with 恐怖 →恶心 (è xīn)
gross
The Chinese word '恶心' is used to describe something revolting, nasty or disgusting and is the direct translation of the English word 'gross'. It is a very common and informal term used in everyday conversations among the Chinese. Often, it is used to express personal feelings towards something unpleasant.
Example sentences with 恶心 →悲伤 (beī shāng)
sad
The Chinese word '悲伤' describes a state of sorrow or unhappiness, same as English word 'sad'. It can be used in sentences to describe one's feeling or the mood of a scenario. It can also be used with other words to form phrases, such as '悲伤的故事' (sad story).