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It's important to remember that 就是说 is typically used in informal contexts and should be avoided in very formal writing. A common mistake is to use it at the beginning of a sentence without a preceding statement; ensure you always provide the context first.
Although 就是说 is not an official HSK word, it is useful for learners at HSK 3 and above to understand it as a transitional phrase. Focus on using it to connect ideas when practicing conversation or writing.
Learners often forget to provide context before using 就是说, leading to confusion. For example, saying '就是说, this is important' without a prior statement makes it unclear. The correct usage would be, 'This point is very important, 就是说, we need to focus on it.'
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“in other words” in Chinese is就是说
就是说 (jiù shì shuō) is an expression used to clarify or restate something in simpler terms. It is commonly used in both spoken and written Mandarin to introduce an explanation or elaboration, effectively meaning 'in other words' or 'that is to say.'
When to use 就是说
It's important to remember that 就是说 is typically used in informal contexts and should be avoided in very formal writing. A common mistake is to use it at the beginning of a sentence without a preceding statement; ensure you always provide the context first.
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Learners often forget to provide context before using 就是说, leading to confusion. For example, saying '就是说, this is important' without a prior statement makes it unclear. The correct usage would be, 'This point is very important, 就是说, we need to focus on it.'
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It's better to use 就是说 after you have stated something that needs clarification, rather than at the beginning of a new statement.
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