这般 (zhè bān) — such, this kind of; so, like this

Definition

Literary/classical 'such, like this', common in writing and set phrases like 这般如此. In modern spoken Chinese, 这样 usually replaces it.

suchthis kind ofsolike this

Examples

  • 这般
    zhè bān Měi jǐng, ràng rén xīn kuàng shén yí.
    Such beautiful scenery makes one relaxed and happy.
  • 这般
    Tā zhè bān nǔ lì, yí dìng néng chéng gōng.
    With such effort, he will surely succeed.
  • 这般
    Nǐ wèi hé zhè bān shēng qì?
    Why are you so angry?

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