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全都 (quándōu) - use 统统 (tǒngtǒng) for a more informal tone, while 全都 (quándōu) is more neutral.
Be cautious with the tone, as it should consistently be pronounced with the third tone (tǒng). It's commonly used in conversational Mandarin and can be found in phrases like '统统都' (totally all). Avoid using it in overly formal contexts.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 统统 connects with other words that express totality or completeness, such as 完全 (wánquán, completely) or 全部 (quánbù, all). Focus on practicing its usage in various sentences to solidify its meaning.
Learners often confuse 统统 with 完全 (wánquán) and use them interchangeably, but 统统 emphasizes totality in a more casual sense. For example, saying '我完全喜欢这个' (I completely like this) instead of '我统统喜欢这个' (I totally like this) can lead to misunderstanding the tone.
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How to say totally in Chinese
“totally” in Chinese is统统
The word 统统 (tǒngtǒng) means 'totally' or 'entirely' and is used to express completeness or totality. It's often used in informal contexts to emphasize that something applies to all instances or cases without exception.
When to use 统统
Be cautious with the tone, as it should consistently be pronounced with the third tone (tǒng). It's commonly used in conversational Mandarin and can be found in phrases like '统统都' (totally all). Avoid using it in overly formal contexts.
统统 or something close to it
全都 (quándōu) - use 统统 (tǒngtǒng) for a more informal tone, while 全都 (quándōu) is more neutral.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 统统 with 完全 (wánquán) and use them interchangeably, but 统统 emphasizes totality in a more casual sense. For example, saying '我完全喜欢这个' (I completely like this) instead of '我统统喜欢这个' (I totally like this) can lead to misunderstanding the tone.
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Grammar Patterns of 统统
统统 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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我们不得不承认这些材料____没有价值。
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No, 统统 is generally used in informal situations and spoken language, so it’s best to avoid it in formal writing.
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