Chinese

fǎng
Meaning: as if; seemingly
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Example sentences

這裡的風景美得彷彿一幅畫。
这里的风景美得彷佛一幅画。
The scenery here is as beautiful as a painting.
他彷彿看透了我的心思。
He seemed to see through my thoughts.
這景色美得彷佛在夢中一般。
This scenery is so beautiful it is as if in a dream.

Usage Notes

Mainly used in the compound word '彷彿' to indicate similarity or uncertainty.

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