Chinese Grammar Intermediate - Mixed 5

Introduction

Intermediate Mandarin is less about isolated rules and more about combining patterns to sound precise, natural, and responsive. This chapter brings together a mixed set of high-utility intermediate patterns so you can hear how related structures interact in real sentences.

From 经过 (through/after) to Place + Verb + 着 (existential), you'll practise the contrasts, sequencing, and sentence-building choices that make intermediate Chinese feel more flexible and exact.

Themes

All Chinese Grammar Intermediate in This Chapter (5)

1. 经过 (through/after) jīngguò The word 经过 (jīngguò) is used to express 'through,' 'after,' or 'as a result of' a process, event, or period of time. It introduces the m...
2. 应该 (should) yīnggāi The modal verb 应该 (yīnggāi) expresses obligation, expectation, or recommendation, similar to 'should' or 'ought to' in English. It is pla...
3. 还是⋯⋯吧 (had better) háishi The pattern 还是⋯⋯吧 (háishi...ba) is used to express a suggestion or preference after weighing options, meaning 'had better' or 'it would b...
4. 把 (disposal construction) bǎ The 把 (bǎ) construction is used to move the object before the verb, emphasizing what happens to the object as a result of the action. It ...
5. Place + Verb + 着 (existential) zhe The existential sentence pattern 'Place + Verb + 着 + Noun' describes the existence or state of something at a location, emphasizing the o...