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Expressing "a little too" with 有点 ("you3dian3")

有点 yǒudiǎn

Adverbs with adjectives
HSK 2

Structure

Subj. + 有一点(儿) + Adj. Subj. + 有点(儿) + Adj.

Translations

  • too

Definition

有点表示程度轻微，常带有不如意的含义。

A little too; slightly excessive, often with a negative connotation.

Usage

用于形容词或心理动词前，表示程度轻微但已达到一定界限，常带有不够好或超过预期的含义。

Used before adjectives or psych verbs to indicate a slight degree that is a bit too much or not ideal, often with a negative nuance.

Examples

  • 1 这件衣服有点贵，我买不起。 (This piece of clothing is a little too expensive, I can't afford it.)
  • 2 今天有点冷，多穿点衣服。 (It's a little too cold today, wear more clothes.)
  • 3 他有点不高兴，因为没得到奖励。 (He is a little too unhappy because he didn't get the reward.)
  • 4 这条路有点堵车，我们换条路吧。 (This road is a little too congested, let's take another route.)
  • 5 这个问题有点难，我需要帮忙。 (This problem is a little too difficult, I need help.)

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