乃是

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nǎi shì
Meaning: is none other than
Example
他乃是这个项目的负责人。
nǎi shì

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乃是 (nǎi shì) meaning in English
nǎishì

乃是 is a classical Chinese expression used to emphasize that something or someone is none other than a particular thing or person. It often adds a sense of emphasis, formality, or dramatic effect, highlighting the identity or nature of the subject.

The character 乃 (nǎi) originally meant

💬 Example Sentences

他乃是这个项目的负责人。
nǎi shì
He is none other than the head of this project.
这乃是古代的珍贵文物。
nǎi shì
This is none other than an ancient precious artifact.

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