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说不上

shuō bu shàng

HSK 7–9

Meaning

  • to be unable to say or tell
  • to not be worth mentioning

Definition

表示不能说是或算不上某种情况或状态。

Indicates that something cannot be said to be or does not count as a certain situation or state.

Usage

用于否定某种说法或判断，表示程度不够或不符合条件。

Used to negate a statement or judgment, indicating insufficient degree or not meeting conditions.

Examples

  • 1 这家餐厅的菜说不上美味，但还算可口。（The food in this restaurant is not exactly delicious, but it's acceptable.）
  • 2 他这个人说不上聪明，但很勤奋。（He is not particularly smart, but very diligent.）
  • 3 这部电影说不上精彩，但值得一看。（This movie is not exactly brilliant, but worth watching.）
  • 4 说不上为什么，我就是不喜欢他。（I can't say why, but I just don't like him.）
  • 5 她的画说不上专业，但很有创意。（Her paintings are not exactly professional, but very creative.）

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