Chinese Vocabulary and Grammar Lesson 4

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What does the phrase '挺...的' refer to in use?

To indicate a high price

To be quite or pretty (correct)

To swipe a card

To express a need for assistance

In the context of shopping, what is the meaning of '稍等'?

To ask for assistance

To wait a moment (correct)

To try on an item

To check the price

Which action is associated with the verb '拿'?

To try something on

To take or hold something (correct)

To help somebody

To swipe a card

What does '别的' imply when used in a conversation?

Something else or other Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase '还' add to a sentence?

It introduces an additional element Signup and view all the answers

In the shopping context, why would someone want to '刷'?

To make a payment using a bank card Signup and view all the answers

When Li Bai mentions, '有点儿贵', what is he expressing?

The price is somewhat high Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the word '帮' in a sentence?

To show assistance Signup and view all the answers

When someone uses '我想去卫生间', what are they expressing a desire for?

To use the bathroom Signup and view all the answers

What does '银行卡' refer to?

A bank card Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the word '女' (nǚ)?

female Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase indicates a size in the context of shoes?

鞋号 (xié hào) Signup and view all the answers

If someone asks '可以去一下洗手间吗？' (kěyǐ qù yīxià xǐshǒujiān ma?), what are they requesting?

To go to the bathroom Signup and view all the answers

What does the verb '试' (shì) mean in this context?

to try Signup and view all the answers

In the context of pricing, what does '元' (yuán) refer to?

yuan Signup and view all the answers

Which expression means 'can' in a context indicating permission?

可以 (kěyǐ) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of '价' (jià)?

price Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence uses '可以' (kěyǐ) correctly?

我可以去一下洗手间吗？ Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following expressions means 'to follow'?

跟 (gēn) Signup and view all the answers

How is the verb '上' (shang) used in context?

To indicate completion of an action Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the word '戴' is correct?

'戴' can be used for accessories other than clothing. Signup and view all the answers

What does '合适' mean in the context provided?

Fit or suitable Signup and view all the answers

In which context can '还是' be used as 'had better'?

To suggest an action after consideration. Signup and view all the answers

How is '着' used in a sentence?

To describe an ongoing action or state. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes '选' or '选择'?

To make a choice from available options. Signup and view all the answers

What does '常' or '常常' imply in a sentence?

Often. Signup and view all the answers

When indicating something that is too small, which phrase would be used?

不合适 Signup and view all the answers

In the provided conversation, what suggestion does 米雪 give to 李白 regarding the watch?

To buy the second watch. Signup and view all the answers

What does '让' express when used in a sentence?

To suggest or recommend an action. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes '常常' in sentences?

Emphasizes frequency. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lesson 4

Vocabulary
- 女 (nǚ): female
- 男 (nán): male
- 号 (hào): size
- 元 (yuán): yuan (Chinese currency)
- 价 (jià): price
- 这边 (zhèbian): here; this side
- 跟 (gēn): to follow
- 可以 (kěyǐ): may; can
- 试 (shì): to try
- V 上 (shang): on (used after a verb or noun to indicate the action had a result or achieved its goal)
- 挺... 的 (tǐng... de): quite; pretty
- 帮 (bāng): to help
- 拿 (ná): to take
- 稍等 (shāoděng): wait a moment
- 别的 (biéde): other
- 还 (hái): in addition
- 刷 (shuā): to swipe
- 银行卡 (yínhángkǎ): bank card
Grammar
- "V+ 上 (shang)" is used after a verb or noun to indicate that the action had a result or achieved its goal.
- "挺... 的 (tǐng... de)" is used to express that something is quite or pretty good.
- "帮 (bāng)" is used to express helping someone.
- "拿 (ná)" is used to express taking something.
- "稍等 (shāoděng)" is used to express waiting a moment.
- "别的 (biéde)" is used to express something different or other.
- "还 (hái)" is used to express in addition to something else.
- "刷 (shuā)" is used to express swiping something, like a bank card.
- "银行卡 (yínhángkǎ)" is a bank card.
Dialogue 1:
- Li Bai wants to buy black leather shoes.
- He tries on a pair of shoes and likes them.
- He asks the price and thinks it is expensive.
- He doesn't have WeChat, but he can pay by bank card.
Dialogue 2:
- Mi Xue asks Li Bai if he bought the leather shoes.
- He tells her that he also wants to buy a watch.
- He shows Mi Xue two watches and asks for her opinion.
- Mi Xue recommends the first watch because Li Bai likes to exercise.
- Li Bai wants to wear the watch for his singing competition.
- Mi Xue recommends the second watch.
- Li Bai's roommate also recommends the second watch.
- But Li Bai thinks the second watch is too small.
- Mi Xue asks him to think it over.
Cultural Notes
- WeChat is a very popular messaging app in China. It can be used for many purposes, such as paying for goods and services.
- Banks cards are also used in China for many purposes. They are a convenient and common way to pay for things.
- It is considered impolite to refuse a gift in China. If someone offers you a gift, it is best to accept it politely, even if you do not want it.

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This quiz focuses on Lesson 4 of Chinese vocabulary and grammar. Students will learn essential words related to size, currency, and common actions, as well as grammatical structures. Test your understanding of these terms and their uses in conversation.