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只

zhǐ

A scope word limiting an action or object to one choice.

Standard Mapping

Chinese
只
Pinyin
zhǐ
Meaning
限制范围
Note
Restrictive scope modifier.

Meaning and Usage

Meaning and Usage

Keep only in the position of Chinese 只. Manual sentence use only.

Mapping Boundary

Correct: He only drink water → 他只喝水。

Incorrect: Let only attach to an unclear target.

Reason: A scope word needs a clear target.

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Mapping Boundary

Correct Mapping

He only drink water → 他只喝水。

Incorrect Mapping or Split

Let only attach to an unclear target.

Reason

A scope word needs a clear target.

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