Chinese

zhǐ
Meaning: only; merely
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Example sentences

我只有一本書。
我只有一本书。
I only have one book.
目前,這座橋只開放給行人通行。
At present, this bridge is open only to pedestrians.
我們只求平安。
We only seek peace and safety.
法官不阿權貴,只按證據判決。
The judge did not cater to the powerful and ruled only according to the evidence.
不要只看眼前的利益。
Don't just look at immediate benefits.

Usage Notes

Used to express 'only' or 'just'. Often followed by '有' (to have) or '是' (to be).

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