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March 24, 2026
尤其yóuqí(you2qi2)
尤其 (yóu qí) means 'especially' or 'particularly' and is used to emphasize a specific part of a statement or to highlight something that stands out. It is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts to draw attention to a notable detail or example within a broader category.
Strokes12Frequency#1791DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese society, the emphasis on particular qualities or achievements is common, particularly in education and family discussions. Using 尤其 effectively can convey respect for someone's skills or contributions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a unique (尤) 'you' (尤) standing out in a crowd, which helps you remember that '尤' means 'especially.' The second character (其) can be associated with 'qi,' which sounds like 'key'—this unique person holds the key to what is particularly important.
Meanings of 尤其
yóuqí(you2qi2)
1especially
2particularly
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About 尤其
尤其Simplified
12Strokes
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副词fùcíadverb (adv.)Part of Speech
#1791Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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特别 (tèbié) - use 尤其 when emphasizing a specific instance among many; 特别 is more general and can indicate something that is special or unique without the same emphasis on a specific subset.
Usage Notes
When using 尤其, it typically precedes the part of the sentence it emphasizes. Be careful not to confuse it with 太 (tài), which means 'too'—while both express degrees, 尤其 is more about highlighting specific aspects rather than expressing excess.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 4 word, especially connects with other adverbs of degree and emphasis. Students should focus on its usage in comparison to similar phrases like 特别 (tè bié) and how context influences their application.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is to place 尤其 incorrectly in a sentence, such as saying '我喜欢这个，尤其这个' instead of '我尤其喜欢这个.' The latter structure correctly emphasizes the specific item.
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尤其 (yóu qí) means 'especially' or 'particularly' and is used to emphasize a specific part of a statement or to highlight something that stands out. It is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts to draw attention to a notable detail or example within a broader category.
When to use 尤其
When using 尤其, it typically precedes the part of the sentence it emphasizes. Be careful not to confuse it with 太 (tài), which means 'too'—while both express degrees, 尤其 is more about highlighting specific aspects rather than expressing excess.
尤其 or something close to it
特别 (tèbié) - use 尤其 when emphasizing a specific instance among many; 特别 is more general and can indicate something that is special or unique without the same emphasis on a specific subset.
What learners get wrong
A common mistake is to place 尤其 incorrectly in a sentence, such as saying '我喜欢这个，尤其这个' instead of '我尤其喜欢这个.' The latter structure correctly emphasizes the specific item.
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Grammar Patterns of 尤其
尤其 functions as an adverb — it modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In Chinese, adverbs sit BEFORE the verb they modify (我也去, 他常常迟到), never after it. It carries 2 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.
