of in Chinese
of in Chinese is 的, 以前, 之 — of means used to show that something belongs to, or is a part of, something else.
of in Chinese
的
Pronounced: de
Introducing an epithet that indicates a birthplace, residence, dominion, or other place associated with the individual.
以前
Pronounced: yǐ qián
Used to introduce the "subjective genitive"; following a noun to form the head of a postmodifying noun phrase (see also 'Possession' senses below). [from 13th c.]
之
Pronounced: zhī
Used to link a given class of things with a specific example of that class. [from 12th c.]
关于
Pronounced: guān yú
(following an adjective) Introduces its subject matter. [from 15th c.]
What does "of" mean?
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prep Used to show that something belongs to, or is a part of, something else.
"The cover of the book was torn."
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prep Used to indicate what something is made from or consists of.
"The bridge was built of stone."
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prep Used to indicate the source, cause, or origin of something.
"He died of a broken heart, or so the story goes."
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prep Used to introduce the subject that something is about or concerns.
"They spoke of old times."
of in a sentence
- The cover of the book was torn.
- She is a friend of mine.
- The bridge was built of stone.
- He died of a broken heart, or so the story goes.
Common Chinese translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "of" in Chinese?
"of" in Chinese is 的, 以前, 之. of means: Used to show that something belongs to, or is a part of, something else.
How do you pronounce 的?
"of" in Chinese is 的, pronounced "de".
How do you use "of" in a sentence?
Example: "The cover of the book was torn." In Chinese, "of" is 的, 以前, 之.
Are there other ways to say "of" in Chinese?
Yes — Chinese has 4 translations listed for "of": 的, 以前, 之, 关于.
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