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这么 (zhème) vs 那么 (nàme) — use 这么 when referring to something closer or more immediate, while 那么 is used for something further away or more abstract.
Be aware that 这么 is generally more informal and is used in spoken language. It often pairs with adjectives or verbs to emphasize degree, so use it with care in formal writing. Common collocations include 这么好 (so good), 这么多 (so many), and 这么快 (so fast).
As a beginner-level word, 这么 connects well with other basic adverbs and adjectives. Students should focus on its usage in questions and comparisons, practicing sentences like 这么贵 (so expensive) or 你怎么这么晚？(Why are you so late?).
Learners often confuse 这么 with 这么样 (zhème yàng), which is more specific and means 'in this way.' A common mistake is saying 这个这么 (zhège zhème) instead of just 这么 to mean 'this much.' The correct usage is simply 这么多 (so much) without the need for this or that.
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How to say so much in Chinese
“so much” in Chinese is这么
这么 (zhème) is an adverb that conveys the meaning of 'so much,' 'this much,' or 'like this.' It is commonly used to express a degree of something, often in relation to a quantity or manner, and can be used in questions to inquire about the extent or manner of something.
When to use 这么
Be aware that 这么 is generally more informal and is used in spoken language. It often pairs with adjectives or verbs to emphasize degree, so use it with care in formal writing. Common collocations include 这么好 (so good), 这么多 (so many), and 这么快 (so fast).
这么 or something close to it
这么 (zhème) vs 那么 (nàme) — use 这么 when referring to something closer or more immediate, while 那么 is used for something further away or more abstract.
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Learners often confuse 这么 with 这么样 (zhème yàng), which is more specific and means 'in this way.' A common mistake is saying 这个这么 (zhège zhème) instead of just 这么 to mean 'this much.' The correct usage is simply 这么多 (so much) without the need for this or that.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 这么
No, 这么 is primarily used in informal spoken language. For formal contexts, consider using 更加 (gèng jiā) or 如此 (rúcǐ).
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