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不如 (bù rú) - Not as good as, rather than
Processing keyword: 不如 (bù rú) - Not as good as, rather than
The phrase 不如 (bù rú) is commonly used in Mandarin to express a comparison between two entities, suggesting that one is not as good or favorable as the other. It can also imply a suggestion of an alternative option. This grammar point is particularly useful when comparing attributes, choices, or actions.
不如 is structured as follows:
The general structure for using 不如 is as follows:
Structure | Example | Translation |
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A 不如 B | 这个苹果不如那个苹果新鲜 (zhè ge píng guǒ bù rú nà ge píng guǒ xīn xiān) | This apple is not as fresh as that one. |
A 不如 B, 还是 C | 今天的天气不如昨天的好,不如去看电影吧 (jīn tiān de tiān qì bù rú zuó tiān de hǎo, bù rú qù kàn diàn yǐng ba) | Today’s weather is not as good as yesterday’s, we might as well go watch a movie. |
A 不如 B => A is not as good as B
A 不如 B, C => A is not as good as B, so let's choose C
不如 (bù rú) vs. 比 (bǐ)
Grammar Point | 不如 (bù rú) | 比 (bǐ) |
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Meaning | Not as good as, suggests a comparison | To compare, generally used for direct comparison |
Use in Sentences | Implies a suggestion for an alternative | Used simply to show difference in attributes |
Example | 这本书不如那本书好 (This book is not as good as that one.) | 这本书比那本书好 (This book is better than that one.) |
In Chinese culture, comparisons can reflect humility and politeness. Using 不如 can soften the statement and suggest a willingness to consider other options or paths, which aligns with the cultural value of harmony and consensus.
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