Definition
有着 (yǒu zhe) means 'to have' but is used only for abstract qualities, characteristics, or relationships that are ongoing. It is more formal than the basic 有 (yǒu) and less formal than 拥有 (yōng yǒu) or 具有 (jù yǒu). The 着 particle emphasizes that the state continues.
verb
to have (abstract qualities, characteristics, or relationships)
Examples
- 有着。Zhè piàn tǔdì yǒu zhe fēngfù de wénhuà.This land has a rich culture.
- 有着。Tāmen zhījiān yǒu zhe liánghǎo de guānxì.They have a good relationship.
- 有着。Zhège jìhuà yǒu zhe zhòngdà de yìyì.This plan has great significance.
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