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非常 (fēicháng) is used in a similar way to express high degree but may carry a slightly more formal tone than 十分 (shífēn). 绝对 (juéduì) emphasizes an absolute degree, often suggesting something that cannot be disputed, while 十分 (shífēn) is more about strong emphasis without the absolute connotation.
十分 is commonly used in both spoken and written Chinese, making it versatile across registers. Be careful with tone; it is pronounced with the second tone for 'shi' and the first tone for 'fen.' Common collocations include '十分好' (very good) or '十分满意' (completely satisfied).
As an HSK Level 4 word, 十分 is a useful adverb that can enhance your descriptive language. Focus on using it with various adjectives to practice its versatility, and try combining it with other HSK Level 4 words for richer sentences.
Learners often confuse the tones, mispronouncing it as 'shi1 fen1' instead of 'shi2 fen1.' Additionally, they might use it inappropriately with verbs, which is incorrect; for example, saying '十分吃' (very eat) is wrong; instead, use it with adjectives or adverbs.
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How to say to divide into ten equal parts in Chinese
“to divide into ten equal parts” in Chinese is十分
十分 (shífēn) is an adverb meaning 'very' or 'extremely,' often used to emphasize the degree of an adjective. It can also refer to dividing something into ten equal parts, indicating completeness or totality in various contexts.
When to use 十分
十分 is commonly used in both spoken and written Chinese, making it versatile across registers. Be careful with tone; it is pronounced with the second tone for 'shi' and the first tone for 'fen.' Common collocations include '十分好' (very good) or '十分满意' (completely satisfied).
十分 or something close to it
非常 (fēicháng) is used in a similar way to express high degree but may carry a slightly more formal tone than 十分 (shífēn). 绝对 (juéduì) emphasizes an absolute degree, often suggesting something that cannot be disputed, while 十分 (shífēn) is more about strong emphasis without the absolute connotation.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse the tones, mispronouncing it as 'shi1 fen1' instead of 'shi2 fen1.' Additionally, they might use it inappropriately with verbs, which is incorrect; for example, saying '十分吃' (very eat) is wrong; instead, use it with adjectives or adverbs.
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Grammar patterns of 十分
十分 functions as a number. It almost always combines with a measure word before a noun (三个人, 五本书). Standalone numbers are rare outside of math or counting. It carries 7 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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这道菜____好吃。
This dish is extremely delicious.
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Yes, you can use 十分 with negative adjectives, but it will invert the meaning, e.g., 十分糟糕 (very bad).
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