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有 (yǒu) - use 有 when indicating possession in a general sense without the emphasis on the ongoing state.
'有着' is often used in written or formal contexts to describe ongoing states, while in spoken language, '有' is more common. Learners should be cautious not to confuse it with the simple '有' when wanting to express transient possession.
While '有着' is not an HSK word, it is a useful combination to learn as it builds on the foundational word '有' (yǒu) which means 'to have'. Focus on practicing its use in sentences that describe ongoing states or conditions, as it will deepen your understanding of possession in Mandarin.
Learners often mistakenly use '有着' in casual conversation, where '有' would suffice. For example, saying '我有着一个书' (wǒ yǒu zhe yī gè shū) is incorrect; it should be '我有一本书' (wǒ yǒu yī běn shū).
Pronunciation of 有着
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How to say to have in Chinese
“to have” in Chinese is有着
The term '有着' (yǒu zhe) means 'to have' or 'to possess', indicating a state of possession that is ongoing or continuous. It is often used to describe attributes, possessions, or conditions that are currently held by someone or something, providing a sense of permanence or duration in the context.
When to use 有着
'有着' is often used in written or formal contexts to describe ongoing states, while in spoken language, '有' is more common. Learners should be cautious not to confuse it with the simple '有' when wanting to express transient possession.
有着 or something close to it
有 (yǒu) - use 有 when indicating possession in a general sense without the emphasis on the ongoing state.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use '有着' in casual conversation, where '有' would suffice. For example, saying '我有着一个书' (wǒ yǒu zhe yī gè shū) is incorrect; it should be '我有一本书' (wǒ yǒu yī běn shū).
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Frequently Asked Questions about 有着
'有着' is more suitable for written or formal contexts; in daily speech, simply using '有' is more natural.
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