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Using 对 ("dui4") with verbs

对 duì

Preposition
HSK 3

Structure

Subj. + 对 + Person + Verb 对 + Person + 来说 ，⋯⋯

Translations

  • to
  • towards

Definition

对 (duì) 在动词前用作介词，表示动作的方向、对象或对待关系。

对 (duì) is used as a preposition before verbs to indicate the direction, target, or manner of an action.

Usage

对+名词/代词+动词结构，表示动作施加于某人或某物，或表示对待、面向的关系。常用于表达个人感受、态度、行为等。

The structure '对 + noun/pronoun + verb' indicates that an action is directed toward someone or something, or expresses the relationship of treatment, facing, etc. It is commonly used to express personal feelings, attitudes, actions, etc.

Examples

  • 1 他对我说了一句话。 (He said a sentence to me.)
  • 2 她对孩子很温柔。 (She is very gentle towards the child.)
  • 3 我对这个决定不满意。 (I am not satisfied with this decision.)
  • 4 经理对员工要求严格。 (The manager is strict with the employees.)
  • 5 他对工作负责。 (He is responsible for his work.)
  • 6 我对你的帮助表示感谢。 (I am grateful for your help.)

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