How to Say ‘Is’ in Simplified Chinese
则是
💬 Usage Tip: Acts as 'is' in a more formal or classical Chinese context. It establishes a definition or equivalence.
🇨🇳 In China: You often find [则是] in philosophical texts where explanations or definitions are provided.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
则
[zé]
then
A word indicating a sequence of actions.
如果你努力，则是会成功。
If you work hard, then you will succeed.
是
[shì]
is
The present tense of be.
他是老师。
He is a teacher.
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