Chinese

shì
Meaning: matter; thing; business
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

這件事很重要。
这件事很重要。
This matter is very important.
這件事由他負責。
He is in charge of this matter.
事無大小,他都親自過問。
Regardless of the importance of the matter, he inquires about it personally.
這件事是經我手辦的。
This matter was handled by me.
這件事跟他有關。
This matter is related to him.

Usage Notes

A general term for 'thing' in the sense of an affair, matter, or business, distinct from physical objects (東西).

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