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一般
yī bān
Meaning
- ordinary
- general
- generally
Definition
通常；普通，不特别。
Generally; ordinary, common.
Usage
表示通常情况下或普遍性质，也可表示程度平常。
Indicates under normal circumstances or common quality, also can indicate an ordinary degree.
Examples
- 1 我一般早上七点起床。（I usually get up at seven in the morning.）
- 2 这部电影一般，不算太好。（This movie is average, not that good.）
- 3 一般情况下，我们会提前通知。（Under normal circumstances, we will notify in advance.）
- 4 他的成绩一般，不是特别突出。（His grades are average, not particularly outstanding.）
- 5 一般说来，春天是最适合旅游的季节。（Generally speaking, spring is the best season for traveling.）
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