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zhǐ yǒu
Meaning: only
Example
只有你才能完成这个任务。
zhǐ yǒu

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只有 (zhǐ yǒu) meaning in English
zhǐyǒu

Only is a conjunction or adverb used to emphasize exclusivity, indicating that something is limited to a specific condition, time, or circumstance. It highlights the uniqueness or restriction of a situation.

The character 只 (zhǐ) originally meant 'only' or 'merely,' while 有 (yǒu) means 'to have' or 'to exist.' Together, they form a phrase that conveys the idea of limitation or exclusivity, often implying that nothing else is possible or allowed.

在中文中,只有常用于强调条件的唯一性或限制,例如在表达时间、数量或选择时。它常与“才”搭配使用,表示“只有...才...”的结构,强调必要条件。

💬 Example Sentences

只有你才能完成这个任务。
zhǐ yǒu
Only you can complete this task.
只有早上七点才有公交车。
zhǐ yǒu
There is only a bus at seven in the morning.

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