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Be careful to use this phrase in contexts where a summary is appropriate; it's more formal than casual. Common collocations include '总结' (to summarize) and '来看' (to look at). Avoid using it in overly informal situations.
Though not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it can be beneficial for HSK learners at level 4 and above to expand their ability to articulate summaries. Focus on recognizing when to use it in discussions or essays.
Learners often misuse it by placing it at the end of sentences instead of the beginning. For example, saying '我觉得这个方法有效，总的来说.' should be corrected to '总的来说, 我觉得这个方法有效.'
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“generally speaking” in Chinese is总的来说
总的来说 is an idiomatic expression used to summarize or generalize a situation or opinion. It is often employed in both spoken and written contexts to introduce a conclusion or an overall assessment after discussing specific points.
When to use 总的来说
Be careful to use this phrase in contexts where a summary is appropriate; it's more formal than casual. Common collocations include '总结' (to summarize) and '来看' (to look at). Avoid using it in overly informal situations.
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Learners often misuse it by placing it at the end of sentences instead of the beginning. For example, saying '我觉得这个方法有效，总的来说.' should be corrected to '总的来说, 我觉得这个方法有效.'
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Use 总的来说 when you want to sum up your points or opinions after presenting details.
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