How to Say ‘Different’ in Simplified Chinese
不同的
💬 Usage Tip: Used to describe contrast among objects.
🇨🇳 In China: Emphasizing differences is valued for choice but subordinated during collectivism talks.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
不同
[bù tóng]
different
Used to describe things that are not the same.
这些东西有不同的颜色。
These items have different colors.
的
[de]
of
A connecting word used to show possession or relation.
裙子的大小很合适。
The size of the dress is just right.
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