Chinese

yǐwài
Meaning: beyond; outside of; except
Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle

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Example sentences

除了讀書以外,他還喜歡運動。
除了读书以外,他还喜欢运动。
Besides studying, he also likes sports.
除了這個方法以外,還有其他的選擇嗎?
Besides this method, are there any other options?
除了他以外,大家都參加了聚會。
Except for him, everyone attended the gathering.

Usage Notes

A postpositional phrase used to indicate a scope or limit, often paired with '除了'.

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