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例如 (lìrú) — use 譬如 when you want to emphasize the illustrative nature of the example, while 例如 is more neutral.
譬如 is often used in written and formal contexts, so it's less common in casual speech. Be careful not to confuse it with 例如 (lì rú), which also means 'for example'; both can be used interchangeably but may carry slightly different tones. The phrase is usually followed by a comma before listing examples.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 譬如 is useful for learners looking to enhance their formal writing and speaking skills. Students should practice using it in sentences that require the illustration of ideas or concepts, connecting it with other advanced vocabulary learned at this level.
Learners often omit the comma after 譬如 when listing examples, which can lead to confusion. For instance, saying '很多人喜欢运动譬如跑步和游泳' should be corrected to '很多人喜欢运动，譬如跑步和游泳'.
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How to say for example in Chinese
“for example” in Chinese is譬如
譬如 (pì rú) means 'for example' or 'such as' in Mandarin. It is commonly used to introduce examples that clarify or illustrate a point in conversation or writing. This word helps to present specific instances that support a broader statement or argument.
When to use 譬如
譬如 is often used in written and formal contexts, so it's less common in casual speech. Be careful not to confuse it with 例如 (lì rú), which also means 'for example'; both can be used interchangeably but may carry slightly different tones. The phrase is usually followed by a comma before listing examples.
譬如 or something close to it
例如 (lìrú) — use 譬如 when you want to emphasize the illustrative nature of the example, while 例如 is more neutral.
What learners get wrong
Learners often omit the comma after 譬如 when listing examples, which can lead to confusion. For instance, saying '很多人喜欢运动譬如跑步和游泳' should be corrected to '很多人喜欢运动，譬如跑步和游泳'.
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Grammar Patterns of 譬如
譬如 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 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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While it's more formal, you can use 譬如 in casual conversation, but it may sound a bit stiff. Consider using 例如 instead.
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