凡是

fán shì

HSK 6

Meaning

each and every; every; all; any

Definition

总括某个范围内的一切，表示没有例外。

Every; any; all; without exception, within a certain scope.

Usage

常用于句首，表示某一范围内的所有情况都适用，后面常跟“都”或“就”等副词。

Often used at the beginning of a sentence to indicate that all cases within a certain scope apply, usually followed by adverbs like '都' (all) or '就' (then).

Examples

1 凡是违反规定的人，都要受到处罚。 (Anyone who violates the rules will be punished.)
2 凡是参加考试的学生，都必须携带准考证。 (All students who take the exam must bring their admission ticket.)
3 凡是来过这个公园的人，都对它的美景赞不绝口。 (Everyone who has been to this park praises its beautiful scenery.)
4 凡是重要的事情，他都会记在笔记本上。 (He writes down all important things in his notebook.)
5 凡是符合条件的人，都可以申请这份奖学金。 (Anyone who meets the conditions can apply for this scholarship.)

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