the in Chinese
the in Chinese is 那, 该 — the means used before a noun to show that the listener already knows, or can work out, exactly which thing is meant.
the in Chinese
那
Pronounced: nǎ
The definite grammatical article that shows that the noun phrase that immediately follows it is definitely identifiable...
该
Pronounced: gāi
Used before an adjective, indicating all things (especially persons) described by that adjective. [from 9th c.]
What does "the" mean?
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article Used before a noun to show that the listener already knows, or can work out, exactly which thing is meant.
"Please close the door."
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adv Used with comparative adjectives to show one thing changing in step with another.
"The more you practice, the better you get."
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the in a sentence
- Please close the door.
- The sun rises in the east.
- The more you practice, the better you get.
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What is "the" in Chinese?
"the" in Chinese is 那, 该. the means: Used before a noun to show that the listener already knows, or can work out, exactly which thing is meant.
How do you pronounce 那?
"the" in Chinese is 那, pronounced "nǎ".
How do you use "the" in a sentence?
Example: "Please close the door." In Chinese, "the" is 那, 该.
Are there other ways to say "the" in Chinese?
Yes — Chinese has 2 translations listed for "the": 那, 该.
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