这样

• Pinyin: zhè yàng
• Hanzi breakdown: 这 = 辶 (walk) + 文 (writing); 样 = 木 (wood) + 羊 (sheep, phonetic)

Meaning

Like this; in this way; such. Used to refer to a manner, method, or state.

A versatile demonstrative pronoun that can modify verbs, adjectives, or stand alone. Used to point to a method, situation, or quality that has been mentioned or demonstrated. Opposite of 那样 (like that).

Examples

1. 你这样做是对的。 You're right to do it this way.
2. 这样的天气很适合出去玩。 This kind of weather is perfect for going out.
3. 别这样说话，不礼貌。 Don't talk like that — it's impolite.

Usage Guide

Context: everyday, conversation

Tone: informational

Do Say

• 这样做比较好。(It's better to do it this way.)
• 我不喜欢这样的人。(I don't like people like that.)

Don't Say

• 这样天气很热。(Don't use 这样 directly before a noun without 的 — say 这样的天气很热.)

Origin & History

Compound of 这 (this) and 样 (manner/style), literally 'this manner.'

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal