Understanding Time Expressions in Chinese
Time expressions in Chinese help us know when something happens. They are like clues that tell us about the past, present, or future.
Important Points
- Yesterday - 昨天
- Today - 今天
- Tomorrow - 明天
- Now - 现在
- Later - 以后
- Morning - 早上
- Afternoon - 下午
- Evening - 晚上
We use these words to tell others about time. It's important to place them in the right spot in a sentence.
Placement of Time Expressions
In Chinese, the time expression usually comes before the verb. This means it often comes right after the subject.
Using Time Expressions in Different Tenses
To talk about different times, we change the time expression. This helps us know if something happened in the past, is happening now, or will happen in the future.
Tips for Using Time Expressions
Important Points
- Always place the time expression before the verb.
- Use the right time expression to match the time you are talking about.
- Practice by making sentences with different time expressions.
By using these tips, you can tell stories and share information clearly about when things happen.