真是 (zhēn shi) — indeed; truly; (coll.) expressing disapproval or annoyance (often as 真是的)
Definition
真是 highlights a strong reaction — 'truly!' or '(how) really…' to praise or scold. Before a noun/adjective, paired with 真 it adds emphasis; in 真是的 it expresses annoyance.
verb
indeedtruly(coll.) expressing disapproval or annoyance (often as 真是的)
Examples
- 真是。Tā zhēn shi gè yǒu jīng yàn de rén.He is truly an experienced person.
- 真是，？Nǐ zhēn shi de, zěn me bù shuō yī shēng?What is wrong with you? Why didn't you say anything?
- 真是。Zhè zhēn shi yí jiàn ràng rén gāo xìng de shì.This is truly a happy event.
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