Chinese GCSE
Measure Word (量词 - liàngcí)
What Measure Word (量词 - liàngcí) means in Chinese GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definitions of Measure Word (量词 - liàngcí)
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A classifier word required when counting nouns or using demonstratives (this/that).
A classifier word that must be used between a number/demonstrative and a noun.
Topics that use Measure Word (量词 - liàngcí)
- Careers and professions (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
- Preferences (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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Using Measure Word (量词 - liàngcí) in the exam
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