Chinese
Meaning: conjunction used to express cause and effect (then, consequently); standard; norm; criterion
Part of Speech: Particle

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Example sentences

學習不進則退。
学习不进则退。
In studying, if you do not advance, you will retreat.
他在報刊上登了一則廣告。
He placed an advertisement in the newspapers and periodicals.
這則新聞轟動了全球。
This news caused a sensation globally.
有些人喜歡看西醫,而另一些人則喜歡看中醫。
Some people prefer to see Western doctors, while others prefer to see Chinese medicine practitioners.
我在報紙上刊登了一則尋人啓事。
I published a missing person notice in the newspaper.

Usage Notes

Often used in idioms or formal writing to indicate a contrast or result.

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